Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Salta Terminal | Tur Bus Terminal of Calama | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Salta Terminal | Tur Bus Terminal of Calama | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Salta Terminal | Tur Bus Terminal of Calama | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mendoza 339 | Av. Balmaceda | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Salta Terminal | Tur Bus Terminal of Calama | No tags |
Get from Salta to Calama
The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salta and Calama?
Stops in Salta
- AAv. Hipólito Yrigoyen 339, A4400 Salta, Argentina
- BMendoza 339, 4400 Salta, Argentina
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
Compare bus companies
Based on 2126 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Andesmar ticket prices on this trip start at $70
Andesmar Salta Calama recent customer reviews
Horrible, bloqué 48h à la frontière avant de pourvoi faire demi-tour et aucune indemnisation
Quentin V.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salta to Calama 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 Salta to Calama?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salta to Calama start from $70. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 Salta to Calama?
The average bus trip duration from Salta to Calama is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by Andesmar.
Which bus companies service the Salta to Calama route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salta to Calama?
The earliest bus departs from Salta to Calama at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 1:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salta to Calama?
A bus trip from Salta to Calama generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salta to Calama was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salta to Calama, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $66 for a bus ticket from Salta to Calama based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-02.
