How to Travel from
Calama to La Quiaca
by Route or Car
Schedule
Calama, Chile → La Quiaca, Argentina
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Calama to La Quiaca
Composite routes from Calama to La Quiaca
Cheapest
9 h 17 min
Car
588 km.
from $32
Other
12 h 2 min
344 km.
from $65.74
15 h 47 min
344 km.
from $39.91
17 h 24 min
Bus, Train
342 km.
from $402.10
16 h 30 min
344 km.
from $36.09
Transport providers
Bus operators
Trans Salvador
Bus from Calama Bus Station to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.36–$41.98
Pullman Bus
Bus from Calama to Purmamarca
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$41.98
Cruz del Norte
Phone:
+56 9 82248119
Email:
Bus from Terminal de Buses Calama to Uyuní
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$36.90
Jama Bus
Phone:
+54 388 424 0110
Bus from Purmamarca Pueblo to La
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.79
Frontera del Norte
Phone:
+56 9 7525 8175
Website:
facebook.com/FronteradelNorte1/
Bus from Atacama 2000 Calama to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.12–$6.15
Chile Local Buses
Bus from Atacama 2000 Calama to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Cordillera Traveller
Email:
Website:
cordilleratraveller.com/
Bus from San Pedro de Atacama to Uyuni
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$299.04
Autotransportes Tupiza
Phone:
+591 63694439
Bus from Uyuni to Villazón
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$16.54
Quechisla
Bus from Uyuni to Villazón
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.01
Atacama 2000
Phone:
+ 56 55 31 6664
Website:
recorrido.cl/es/bus/buses-atacama-2000-pasajes
Bus from Atacama 2000 Calama to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.13
Transporte Amanecer
Bus from Atacama 2000 Calama to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.13
Train operators
Empresa Ferroviaria Andina S.A
Phone:
+591 2 2184555
Email:
Website:
ferroviaria-andina.com.bo/servicio-de-pasajeros/
Train from Uyuní to Villazón
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.36–$12.09
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to La Quiaca?
The cheapest way to get from Calama to La Quiaca is to bus via Uyuni which costs $26.09 - $50 and takes 16h 30m.
What is the fastest way to get from Calama to La Quiaca?
The fastest way to get from Calama to La Quiaca is to drive which takes 8h 33m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Calama and La Quiaca?
No, there is no direct bus from Calama to La Quiaca. However, there are services departing from Calama and arriving at La Quiaca via Purmamarca Pueblo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.
How far is it from Calama to La Quiaca?
The distance between Calama and La Quiaca is 736 km. The road distance is 588.5 km.
How do I travel from Calama to La Quiaca without a car?
The best way to get from Calama to La Quiaca without a car is to bus which takes 12h 2m and costs $40.22 - $50 .
How long does it take to get from Calama to La Quiaca?
It takes approximately 12h 2m to get from Calama to La Quiaca, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Calama to La Quiaca bus from?
Calama to La Quiaca bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, depart from Calama station.
Where does the Calama to La Quiaca bus arrive?
Calama to La Quiaca bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, arrive at Purmamarca station.
Can I drive from Calama to La Quiaca?
Yes, the driving distance between Calama to La Quiaca is 588 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Calama to La Quiaca.
Where can I stay near La Quiaca?
There are seven+ hotels available in La Quiaca. Prices start at $4.41 per night.
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