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) | Ovalle (Ovalle Bus Terminal) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Av. Balmaceda | Terminal Ovalle | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Av. Balmaceda | Terminal Ovalle | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Calama | Terminal Ovalle | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de buses Calama | Terminal Ovalle | No tags |
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Get from Calama to Ovalle
The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 509, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Calama and Ovalle?
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 Ovalle
- AAriztía Oriente 769, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
- B
Parada de Autobus Terrapuerto Ovalle
Avda. La Paz 28, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile - C
Ovalle
Ariztía Pte. 739, Ovalle, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calama to Ovalle 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 Ovalle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Calama to Ovalle start at R 509. The average price for this route is around R 694. 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 Ovalle?
The average bus journey time from Calama to Ovalle is 15h 30m, covering a distance of 935 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Calama to Ovalle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Cikbus Elité, Pluss Chile, Buses Andimar, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Calama to Ovalle?
The earliest bus departs from Calama to Ovalle at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calama to Ovalle?
A bus trip from Calama to Ovalle produces an estimated 23 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 Ovalle?
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 Ovalle?
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 Ovalle?
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 Ovalle?
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 Ovalle was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 570To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Calama to Ovalle as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 570 to R 1 101 for a bus ticket from Calama to Ovalle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 570, which is on 2025-12-10.
