Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de Esquel | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Parada de Autobuses de El Bolson | Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Ómnibus de Esquel | Aeropuerto El Calafate | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:34 PM -03.
Get from Esquel to El Calafate
The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Esquel and El Calafate?
Stops in Esquel
- A
Parada de Autobuses de El Bolson
RN40, Chubut, Argentina - BAvenida Alvear, 1871, 9200 Esquel
- C
Terminal Esquel
Roque Sáenz Peña 1701-1799, Esquel, Chubut, Argentina - D
Parada de Autobuses de Esquel R40
RN40, Chubut, Argentina
Stops in El Calafate
- A
Terminal de Ómnibus de El Calafate
Antoine de Saint Exsupery 87, , Z9405 El Calafate, , Santa Cruz, Argentina - B
El Calafate - Santa Cruz
Comodoro Luis Piedrabuena 100-148, El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Esquel to El Calafate by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Esquel to El Calafate?
The cheapest bus tickets from Esquel to El Calafate start from $233. The average price for this route is around $274. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Esquel to El Calafate?
The average bus travel time from Esquel to El Calafate is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 826 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 49m and is operated by Chaltén Travel.
Which bus companies service the Esquel to El Calafate route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Marga Taqsa, Chaltén Travel.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Esquel to El Calafate?
The earliest bus departs from Esquel to El Calafate at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Esquel to El Calafate?
A bus trip from Esquel to El Calafate generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Esquel to El Calafate?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 774 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Esquel to El Calafate?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Chaltén Travel has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Esquel to El Calafate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Esquel to El Calafate?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Chaltén Travel, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Esquel to El Calafate was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $255To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Esquel to El Calafate, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $255 to $266 for a bus ticket from Esquel to El Calafate based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $255 which is on 2025-12-05.
