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Compare all timetables for the bus from Santiago, RM to Calama

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Santiago, RM to Calama from various bus operators like Pluss Chile, Pullman Bus or Turbus for the next days.

today
$43
tomorrow
$38
Saturday
$39
Sunday
$37
Monday
$47
Tuesday
$39
Wednesday
$42

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Turbus 22h 25m 10:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal Alameda 8:25 AM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $43
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Cormar Bus 20h 50m 6:55 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 3:45 PM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
FlixBus 23h 15m 10:50 AM Santiago, RM Los Libertadores Bus Stop 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $49
Nueva Andimar Vip 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $49

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cikbus Elité 21h 30m 10:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 7:30 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Business $38
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $39
Nueva Andimar Vip 21h 50m 1:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 11:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $40
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Cormar Bus 20h 50m 6:55 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 3:45 PM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $39
Turbus 22h 25m 10:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal Alameda 8:25 AM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $42
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Pluss Chile 22h 10m 11:05 PM Santiago, RM Sur Bus Station 9:15 PM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $51
Cikbus Elité 21h 15m 2:30 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 11:45 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Business $54

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cikbus Elité 22h 0m 12:00 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:00 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Business $37
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $39
Turbus 22h 25m 10:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal Alameda 8:25 AM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $42
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Cormar Bus 20h 50m 6:00 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 2:50 PM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Cormar Bus 20h 20m 9:50 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 6:10 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Pullman San Andres 21h 20m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 8:20 AM Calama Bus Station  First Class $48
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $49
Pluss Chile 22h 10m 11:05 PM Santiago, RM Sur Bus Station 9:15 PM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santiago, RM to Calama via La Serena, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Recorrido CL
      21h 0m
      0
      10:30 AM
      Santiago, RM
      Sur Bus Station
      5:00 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Recorrido CL
      Premium Economy
      $10
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Recorrido CL
      14h 20m
      0
      5:10 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      7:30 AM
      Calama
      Bus Station
      0
      Recorrido CL
      Premium Economy
      $27
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $39
Cormar Bus 20h 35m 9:20 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 5:55 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
Cikbus Elité 21h 30m 10:00 AM Santiago, RM Sur Bus Station 7:30 AM Calama Bus Station  First Class $50
Pluss Chile 22h 10m 11:05 PM Santiago, RM Sur Bus Station 9:15 PM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santiago, RM to Calama via La Serena, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 0m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Santiago, RM
      Terminal San Borja
      7:40 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    • Waiting Time 3h 50m
    • Recorrido CL
      14h 0m
      0
      11:30 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      1:30 PM
      Calama
      Bus Station
      0
      Recorrido CL
      Premium Economy
      $27
    Travel time is 3h 25m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Turbus 20h 45m 1:50 PM Santiago, RM Terminal Alameda 10:35 AM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $42
Cormar Bus 20h 50m 6:55 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 3:45 PM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $44
Pullman Bus 22h 0m 11:00 AM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 9:00 AM Calama Balmaceda Bus Station  First Class $47
FlixBus 21h 50m 12:15 PM Santiago, RM Terminal San Borja 10:05 AM Calama Terminal Turbus  Economy $49
Pluss Chile 22h 10m 11:05 PM Santiago, RM Sur Bus Station 9:15 PM Calama Bus Station  Premium Economy $51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santiago, RM to Calama via La Serena, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 0m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Santiago, RM
      Terminal San Borja
      7:40 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
    • Waiting Time 3h 50m
    • Recorrido CL
      14h 0m
      0
      11:30 PM
      La Serena
      Central Bus Station
      1:30 PM
      Calama
      Bus Station
      0
      Recorrido CL
      Premium Economy
      $27
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Santiago, RM to Calama is $36 on 12/21/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Santiago, RM and Calama

See here how frequent the connections between Santiago, RM and Calama are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 58 daily buses from Santiago, RM to Calama. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 26 daily coaches between Santiago, RM and Calama.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 97 buses from Santiago, RM to Calama, while Night sees the fewest connections between Santiago, RM and Calama, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Santiago, RM to Calama

Compare all providers like Pluss Chile, Pullman Bus and Turbus that travel 39 times every day by bus from Santiago, RM to Calama in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santiago, RM to Calama starting from $36!

Cheapest Bus $36
Fastest Bus 20h 20m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 39 Ø
Distance 766.9 miles
Bus Companies Pluss Chile, Pullman Bus, Turbus, Cikbus Elité, FlixBus, Cormar Bus, Nueva Andimar Vip and Pullman San Andres

Cheapest bus connections from Santiago, RM to Calama

Every day, 39 buses from 8 bus companies leave Santiago, RM for Calama: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 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
$50
Friday 12/05
$51
Saturday 12/06
$39
Sunday 12/07
$39
Monday 12/08
$49
Tuesday 12/09
$40
Wednesday 12/10
$42
Thursday 12/11
$45
Friday 12/12
$42
Saturday 12/13
$41
Sunday 12/14
$42
Monday 12/15
$39
Tuesday 12/16
$38
Wednesday 12/17
$39
Thursday 12/18
$37
Friday 12/19
$39
Saturday 12/20
$42
Sunday 12/21
$36
Monday 12/22
$39
Tuesday 12/23
$40
Wednesday 12/24
$39
Thursday 12/25
$38
Friday 12/26
$36
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Santiago, RM to Calama

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Santiago, RM to Calama, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $36, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Santiago, RM to Calama. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $39.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Santiago, RM to Calama, with $36. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $44.

How to save money travelling from Santiago, RM to Calama

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 Santiago, RM to Calama 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 Santiago, RM to Calama, 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 Santiago, RM to Calama are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Santiago, RM to Calama

These are the most booked bus companies between Santiago, RM to Calama from our users.

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Santiago, RM - Calama

Pluss Chile
Jonathan perez , 8/19/2024

Muy mala actitud del auxiliar, no puede ser q un viaje de casi 24 hrs el baño no se puede usar para el servicio básico, cada vez peor el servicio, ojalá tomen medidas pronto.

All bus stations and stops in Santiago, RM and Calama

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

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 Santiago, RM to Calama? Compare all modes of transports from Santiago, RM to Calama.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santiago, RM to Calama

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

FAQs about the Santiago, RM to Calama bus

How much does a Santiago, RM Calama bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $36 and takes 22h 0m to reach Calama. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Santiago, RM to Calama?

This route is offered by 8 companies with a range of ticket prices between $36 and $78. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Calama.

On average, how many connections are available from Santiago, RM to Calama each day?

Every day, the Santiago, RM to Calama bus route is served by approximately 39 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Santiago, RM to Calama take?

The fastest bus from Santiago, RM to Calama is offered by Cormar Bus and takes 20h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $53. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Santiago, RM to Calama?

The earliest bus arriving in Calama from Santiago, RM starts at 1:30 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 Santiago, RM to Calama?

The latest bus trip departing from Santiago, RM for Calama starts at 11:05 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 Santiago, RM Calama route?

When traveling by bus from Santiago, RM to Calama, passengers can travel with Pluss Chile, Pullman Bus and Turbus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago, RM and Calama?

You can check all the direct connections between Santiago, RM and Calama 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, Pullman Bus and Turbus.

What can I take with me on the Santiago, RM to Calama 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 Santiago, RM Calama 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 Santiago, RM Calama 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 Santiago, RM to Calama on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Santiago, RM to Calama

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.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

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 Santiago, RM and to Calama

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

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