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Calama to La Rioja

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Car
15 h 55 min
1327 km.
from $72
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Schedule

Calama, Chile → La Rioja, Argentina

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Four ways to Travel from Calama to La Rioja

Composite routes from Calama to La Rioja

Cheapest
15 h 55 min
Car
1327 km.
from $72
Other
15 h 55 min
Rideshare
1327 km.
from $17.31
20 h 39 min
800 km.
from $140.22
22 h 40 min
800 km.
from $114

Transport providers

Airlines

Aerolíneas Argentinas

Website:
aerolineas.com.ar/
Plane from El Loa International Airport to Capitán
Ave. Duration:
10h 36m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$114.50–$356.23

LATAM Chile

Website:
latam.com/
Plane from El Loa International Airport to Capitán
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$114.50–$356.23

Bus operators

Viatac

Phone:
0810-333-7575
Email:
Website:
viatac.com.ar/
Bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$76.34
Bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.16–$89.06

Andesmar

Phone:
0810 122 1122
Email:
Website:
andesmar.com/es
Bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$82.70
Bus from Calama to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.90–$75.70
Bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$95.42

Flecha Bus

Phone:
0810 222-5202
Email:
Website:
flechabus.com.ar/
Bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.25–$95.42
Bus from Terminal de Omnibus de Jujuy to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
11h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$108.14

Pullman Bus

Phone:
+56 600 600 0018
Email:
Website:
pullmanbus.cl
Bus from Calama to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
9h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.35–$73.42

Tigre Iguazu

Phone:
+54 11 5533-3503
Website:
tigreiguazu.com.ar/
Bus from Terminal de Salta to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.66–$82.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to La Rioja?

The cheapest way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to bus via San Salvador de Jujuy which costs $76.09 - $163.04 and takes 22h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calama to La Rioja?

The fastest way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to fly which takes 11h 57m and costs $92.39 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Calama and La Rioja?

No, there is no direct bus from Calama to La Rioja. However, there are services departing from Calama and arriving at Terminal La Rioja via Terminal de Salta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 39m.

How far is it from Calama to La Rioja?

The distance between Calama and La Rioja is 808 km. The road distance is 1326 km.

How do I travel from Calama to La Rioja without a car?

The best way to get from Calama to La Rioja without a car is to bus which takes 20h 39m and costs $65.22 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Calama to La Rioja?

It takes approximately 11h 57m to get from Calama to La Rioja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calama to La Rioja bus from?

Calama to La Rioja bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, depart from Calama station.

Bus or fly from Calama to La Rioja?

The best way to get from Calama to La Rioja is to fly which takes 11h 57m and costs $92.39 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $152.17 and takes 20h 39m.

Where does the Calama to La Rioja bus arrive?

Calama to La Rioja bus services, operated by Pullman Bus, arrive at Terminal de Salta station.

Can I drive from Calama to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Calama to La Rioja is 1326 km. It takes approximately 15h 55m to drive from Calama to La Rioja.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 184+ hotels available in La Rioja. Prices start at $24.40 per night.
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