How to Travel from
Punta Arenas to Atacama Region
by Route or Car
Five ways to Travel from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 850 km)
45 h 9 min
3850 km.
from $211
Other
Bus via Bariloche
2 d 9 h 38 min
2846 km.
from $316.20
Bus, Ferry
4 d 15 h 56 min
2844 km.
from $1383.96
Bus, Plane
11 h 33 min
2846 km.
from $180.54
Bus
2 d 18 h 53 min
2845 km.
from $417.45
Transport providers
Bus operators
Marga Taqsa
Bus from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$34.78
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
23h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$217.39
Viatac
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to Vicuña
Ave. Duration:
31h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$195.65
Andesmar
Bus from Bariloche to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$108.70
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.01–$97.83
Tramat
Bus from Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos to Vicuña
Ave. Duration:
34h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$184.78
Cata Internacional
Bus from San Juan to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$46.74–$83.15
Autotransportes San Juan S.A
Bus from Vicuña Mackenna to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$38.04
Pullman Bus
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.52–$43.83
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
13h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.83–$31.52
Turbus
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
10h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.74–$70.65
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.09–$92.39
Bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.74–$70.65
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$32.61
Pullman San Andrés
Email:
Website:
pullmansanandres.cl/
Bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.83–$33.70
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.22–$21.74
Condor Bus
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.91–$46.74
Bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.91–$46.74
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$22.83
Andimar
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.39–$39.13
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$18.48
Ramos Cholele
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$18.48
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$8.15
Expreso Norte
Phone:
+56 2 3304 8632
Website:
expresonorte.cl/
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.47–$31.38
Bus from Terminal de Buses La Serena to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.47–$17.39
ETM
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.00–$39.13
Bus Norte
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$31.52
Buses Fernández
Bus from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.16
Covalle Bus
Phone:
+56 51 221 3127
Bus from Terminal San Borja to Copiapó
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.47
Via Lago Sur
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.78–$20.92
TranSantin
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.22–$34.78
Buses Tepual
Phone:
+56 22 748 6521
Website:
tepualvip.cl/
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.83
Buses Barria
Bus from Punta Arenas to Río
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.15
Via-Tur
Phone:
+56 65 225 3133
Website:
kupos.cl/es/pasajes/bus/via
Bus from Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.87–$21.20
Airlines
Sky Airline
Website:
skyairline.com/
Plane from Presidente Carlos Ibáñez Del Campo International Airport to Desierto
Ave. Duration:
10h 39m
Frequency:
Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$48.91–$250.00
Plane from Puerto Natales to Desierto
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$293.48
LATAM Chile
Website:
latam.com/
Plane from Presidente Carlos Ibáñez Del Campo International Airport to Desierto
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$489.13
Plane from Puerto Natales to Desierto
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$597.83
Other operators
Navimag Ferries
Other from Puerto Natales to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
3d 11h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$490.34–$1,523.09
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
The cheapest way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region is to fly which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 7h 35m.
What is the fastest way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
The fastest way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region is to fly which takes 7h 35m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .
Is there a direct bus between Punta Arenas and Atacama Region?
No, there is no direct bus from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region. However, there are services departing from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez and arriving at Copiapó via Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos, Bariloche and Terminal San Borja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.
How far is it from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
The distance between Punta Arenas and Atacama Region is 2908 km. The road distance is 3820 km.
How do I travel from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region without a car?
The best way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region without a car is to bus via Bariloche which takes 2 days 9h and costs $217.39 - $434.78 .
How long does it take to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Punta Arenas to Atacama Region bus from?
Punta Arenas to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Marga Taqsa, depart from Terminal Punta Arenas - Buses Fernandez station.
Bus or fly from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
The best way to get from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region is to fly which takes 7h 35m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bariloche, which costs $217.39 - $434.78 and takes 2 days 9h.
Where does the Punta Arenas to Atacama Region bus arrive?
Punta Arenas to Atacama Region bus services, operated by Marga Taqsa, arrive at Terminal de Ómnibus de Río Gallegos station.
Can I drive from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region?
Yes, the driving distance between Punta Arenas to Atacama Region is 3820 km. It takes approximately 43h 53m to drive from Punta Arenas to Atacama Region.
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