Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Calama (Terminale de buses Granaderos) | Terminal de Buses Cardenal Carlos Oviedo Cavada) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de buses Calama | Terminal Antofagasta | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de buses Calama | Terminal Antofagasta | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Av. Balmaceda | Terminal Antofagasta | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Granaderos | Terminal Antofagasta | No tags |
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Get from Calama to Antofagasta
The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Calama and Antofagasta?
Stops in Calama
- AAv. Balmaceda 1940, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Calama
Antofagasta 2046, Calama, El Loa 1390714, Antofagasta, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Ascotan
Ascotán 1891, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Calama - Cebollar
Cebollar 1864, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda
Terminal: Sub Agencia Avda. Balmaceda, Calle O'Higgins O 681, Villa - Caspana, Calama, Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Pullman Bus de Calama
Av. Balmaceda 1802, Calama, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
Stops in Antofagasta
- ATERMINAL ANTOFAGASTA, Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda N° 5750, Antofagasta, Chile
- B
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda, 253
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda 253, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - C
Terminal Flota Barrios
Capitán Carlos Condell 2764, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - D
Terminal Pullman Bus
Av. Pedro Aguirre Cerda 8729, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - E
Terminal Buses Camus
Av. Radomiro Tomic 7421 , Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - F
Terminal Tur Bus
Almirante Juan José Latorre 2751, Antofagasta, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Antofagasta by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Calama to Antofagasta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Calama to Antofagasta start at R 112. The average price for this route is around R 179. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Calama to Antofagasta?
The average bus journey time from Calama to Antofagasta is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 198 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Calama to Antofagasta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Pullman San Andres, Buses Andimar, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Calama to Antofagasta?
The earliest bus departs from Calama to Antofagasta at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Antofagasta?
A bus trip from Calama to Antofagasta produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Calama to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Clikbus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calama to Antofagasta?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Calama to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Clikbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calama to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Andimar, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Calama to Antofagasta was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 128To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calama to Antofagasta as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 128 to R 400 for a bus ticket from Calama to Antofagasta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 128, which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually Pluss Chile will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
