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Compare all timetables for the bus from Calama to La Serena

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Calama to La Serena from various bus operators like Pluss Chile, Turbus or Cikbus Elité for the next days.

today
$37
tomorrow
$27
Sunday
$33
Monday
$27
Tuesday
$38
Wednesday
$27
Thursday
$37

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cormar Bus 14h 50m 6:15 PM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 9:05 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $37
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
FlixBus 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $39
Turbus 14h 40m 7:00 PM Calama Bus Station 9:40 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $41
Cikbus Elité 15h 0m 10:00 AM Calama Bus Station 1:00 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Calama to La Serena via Antofagasta, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • kupos.cl
      16h 45m
      0
      9:00 PM
      Calama
      Hernan Cortes esquina Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Bus Stop
      10:00 PM
      Antofagasta
      Camus Bus Station
      0
      kupos.cl
      Premium Economy
      $5
    • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      1:35 AM
      Antofagasta
      Carlos Oviedo Cavada Bus Station
      1:45 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cikbus Elité 15h 0m 10:00 AM Calama Bus Station 1:00 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Turbus 14h 45m 7:00 PM Calama Bus Station 9:45 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $33
Cormar Bus 14h 50m 6:15 PM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 9:05 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $37
Pullman Bus 16h 35m 8:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 12:35 AM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
FlixBus 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Turbus 15h 0m 8:50 PM Calama Bus Station 11:50 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $33
Turbus 14h 45m 9:05 PM Calama Bus Station 11:50 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $33
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
Pullman Bus 16h 35m 8:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 12:35 AM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
Cormar Bus 15h 10m 4:30 PM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 7:40 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Calama to La Serena via Antofagasta, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • kupos.cl
      16h 45m
      0
      9:00 PM
      Calama
      Hernan Cortes esquina Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Bus Stop
      10:00 PM
      Antofagasta
      Camus Bus Station
      0
      kupos.cl
      Premium Economy
      $5
    • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      1:35 AM
      Antofagasta
      Carlos Oviedo Cavada Bus Station
      1:45 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 0m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cikbus Elité 15h 0m 10:00 AM Calama Bus Station 1:00 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
Cormar Bus 15h 19m 8:30 AM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 11:49 PM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $38
FlixBus 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $39
Turbus 14h 45m 7:00 PM Calama Bus Station 9:45 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $41

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
Cikbus Elité 14h 10m 8:30 AM Calama Bus Station 10:40 PM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $39
Pullman San Andres 16h 5m 8:30 AM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 12:35 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $39
FlixBus 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $39
Turbus 14h 40m 9:45 PM Calama Bus Station 12:25 PM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Calama to La Serena via Antofagasta, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • kupos.cl
      16h 45m
      0
      9:00 PM
      Calama
      Hernan Cortes esquina Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Bus Stop
      10:00 PM
      Antofagasta
      Camus Bus Station
      0
      kupos.cl
      Premium Economy
      $5
    • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      1:35 AM
      Antofagasta
      Carlos Oviedo Cavada Bus Station
      1:45 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 35m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cikbus Elité 14h 30m 5:45 PM Calama Bus Station 8:15 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $27
Pluss Chile 15h 5m 11:30 AM Calama Bus Station 2:35 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $31
Nueva Andimar Vip 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $36
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
Cormar Bus 14h 20m 7:30 AM Calama Terminal Turbus 9:50 PM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $39

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cormar Bus 14h 50m 6:15 PM Calama Granaderos esquina Manuel Montt Bus Stop 9:05 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  First Class $37
Pullman Bus 15h 5m 7:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station 10:05 PM La Serena El Sto, 1060  First Class $38
FlixBus 15h 40m 6:30 PM Calama Terminal Turbus 10:10 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Economy $39
Turbus 14h 40m 7:00 PM Calama Bus Station 9:40 AM La Serena Avda. Fco de Aguirre Station  Premium Economy $41
Pluss Chile 15h 5m 11:30 AM Calama Bus Station 2:35 AM La Serena Central Bus Station  Premium Economy $45
  • Did you know that if you travel from Calama to La Serena via Antofagasta, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • kupos.cl
      16h 45m
      0
      9:00 PM
      Calama
      Hernan Cortes esquina Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Bus Stop
      10:00 PM
      Antofagasta
      Camus Bus Station
      0
      kupos.cl
      Premium Economy
      $5
    • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      1:35 AM
      Antofagasta
      Carlos Oviedo Cavada Bus Station
      1:45 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $8

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Calama to La Serena is $27 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Calama and La Serena

See here how frequent the connections between Calama and La Serena are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 73 daily buses from Calama to La Serena. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 25 daily coaches between Calama and La Serena.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 190 buses from Calama to La Serena, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Calama and La Serena, with 74 offers.

Facts about the bus from Calama to La Serena

Compare all providers like Pluss Chile, Turbus and Cikbus Elité that travel 51 times every day by bus from Calama to La Serena in one click! Book your bus ticket from Calama to La Serena starting from $27!

Cheapest Bus $27
Fastest Bus 12h 15m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 51 Ø
Distance 534.6 miles
Bus Companies Pluss Chile, Turbus, Cikbus Elité, Pullman Bus, Cormar Bus, FlixBus, Nueva Andimar Vip and Pullman San Andres

Cheapest bus connections from Calama to La Serena

Every day, 51 buses from 8 bus companies leave Calama for La Serena: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$37
Saturday 12/06
$27
Sunday 12/07
$33
Monday 12/08
$38
Tuesday 12/09
$38
Wednesday 12/10
$36
Thursday 12/11
$37
Friday 12/12
$37
Saturday 12/13
$33
Sunday 12/14
$36
Monday 12/15
$33
Tuesday 12/16
$32
Wednesday 12/17
$37
Thursday 12/18
$34
Friday 12/19
$37
Saturday 12/20
$33
Sunday 12/21
$33
Monday 12/22
$37
Tuesday 12/23
$37
Wednesday 12/24
$37
Thursday 12/25
$33
Friday 12/26
$33
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Calama to La Serena

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Calama to La Serena, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $27, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Calama to La Serena. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $33.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Calama to La Serena, with $27. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

How to save money travelling from Calama to La Serena

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Calama to La Serena in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Calama to La Serena, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Calama to La Serena are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Calama to La Serena

These are the most booked bus companies between Calama to La Serena from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Calama and La Serena

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Calama and La Serena.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Calama to La Serena? Compare all modes of transports from Calama to La Serena.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Calama to La Serena

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Calama to La Serena? Or which bus companies serve the route Calama to La Serena? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Calama to La Serena bus

How much does a Calama La Serena bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $27 and takes 15h 0m to reach La Serena. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Calama to La Serena?

This route is offered by 8 companies with a range of ticket prices between $27 and $62. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to La Serena.

On average, how many connections are available from Calama to La Serena each day?

Every day, the Calama to La Serena bus route is served by approximately 51 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Calama to La Serena take?

The fastest bus from Calama to La Serena is offered by Cormar Bus and takes 12h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $40. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Calama to La Serena?

The earliest bus arriving in La Serena from Calama starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Calama to La Serena?

The latest bus trip departing from Calama for La Serena starts at 10:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Calama La Serena route?

When traveling by bus from Calama to La Serena, passengers can travel with Pluss Chile, Turbus and Cikbus Elité. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Calama and La Serena?

You can check all the direct connections between Calama and La Serena by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Pluss Chile, Turbus and Cikbus Elité.

What can I take with me on the Calama to La Serena bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Calama La Serena bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Calama La Serena bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Calama to La Serena on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Calama to La Serena

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

More bus routes to Calama and to La Serena

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Calama and to La Serena. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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