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How to travel by bus from Calama to Iquique?

The city of Iquique is 384 kilometers away from the city of Calama, so to get to this city you will have to travel 5 hours along Route 5. On your way you will pass through towns such as Pozo Almonte, Alto Hospicio and Chuquicamata. If you want to travel by bus, you can do it with the Kenny Bus, Pullman Bus and Frontera del Norte bus lines.

In the city of Calama there are different terminals so your departure place will depend on the company you are traveling with, but the main one is the Calama Bus Terminal.

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About Calama

Calama is located in the Antofagasta Region, one hour from San Pedro de Atacama. It has an extreme desert climate, with low temperatures at night but high during the day.

Its population is dedicated mostly to mining, due to the large number of mining deposits in the area. About 15 km from the center of Calama you can find the largest open pit mine in the world, called Chuquicamata, which is dedicated to the exploitation of gold, copper and molybdenum. From here you can access several tourist spots such as the Alto el Loa Tourist Circuit.

About Iquique

Iquique is a coastal city that belongs to the Tarapacá Region. Previously, during the 19th century it was a prosperous mining town dedicated to the exploitation of saltpeter, today it is instead a popular vacation destination, with a tax-free port area and many activities to offer its visitors.

Being on the coast of the Pacific Ocean, the city of Iquique is one of the favorite tourist destinations of Chileans in summer thanks to its warm waters, green areas near the coast and characteristic gastronomy.

Buses from Calama to Iquique

Bus ticket prices according to type of seat
seat Cheaper alon-cama
CLP$ 19.000
seat Cheaper remium
CLP$ 23.000
seat Cheaper alon-cama-low-cost
CLP$ 15.000
Average ticket price (CLP): $ 20.962
General Information
bus No Empresas: 3
bus Precio Maximo (CLP): $ 25.000
bus Primera Salidas al dia: 08:10 hrs
bus Distancia: 376 Kms
bus No Servicios: 15
bus Precio Minimo (CLP): $ 15.000
bus Ultima Salida del dia: 22:50 hrs
bus Duration: 06 HRS
Next Dates

tue, 18 Aug 2026

wed, 19 Aug 2026

thu, 20 Aug 2026

fri, 21 Aug 2026

Main bus operators from Calama to Iquique

Kenny Bus
3.4 icon_star Based on 13814 reviews
Pullman San Andrés
3.9 icon_star Based on 5249 reviews
Buses Tarapacá
4.3 icon_star Based on 4742 reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

1

How many bus companies offer services from Calama to Iquique?

In Chile there are 3 bus companies offering regular services from Calama to Iquique.

2

Which bus companies offer services from Calama to Iquique?

Kenny Bus , Pullman San Andrés, Buses Tarapacá

3

How do I buy the cheapest bus ticket from Calama to Iquique online?

At kupos.cl we let you compare prices, schedules and services from most bus companies in Chile online. You can visit kupos.cl or download our app and buy your tickets in the easiest and most convenient way for you, using cash, debit or credit card, PayPal, etc. You can also buy your tickets directly on the bus company's website.

4

How much does the cheapest bus ticket from Calama to Iquique cost?

The cheapest bus ticket from Calama to Iquique costs CLP$ 15.000, and is available on August 17, 2026 at kupos.cl.

5

Which bus company offers the cheapest bus ticket from Calama to Iquique?

Buses Tarapacá offers the cheapest bus ticket from Calama to Iquique, in a Salon cama seat for CLP $ 19.000, to travel on August 17, 2026 at kupos.cl.

6

What is the distance between Calama and Iquique, and how long does the bus trip take?

The distance between Calama and Iquique is 376 Kms, and the bus trip can take a minimum of 06 hours.

7

What are the earliest and latest departures available to travel by bus from Calama to Iquique?

The earliest departure to travel by bus from Calama to Iquique is at 08:10 and is offered by Kenny Bus
The latest departure to travel by bus from Calama to Iquique is at 22:50 and is offered by Buses Tarapacá.

8

Which companies are most recommended for travelling by bus from Calama to Iquique?

According to reviews and ratings from kupos.cl users, the three best companies for travelling by bus from Calama to Iquique are: Rating Kenny Bus , (3.4* based on 13814 ratings), Rating Pullman San Andrés, (3.9* based on 5249 ratings), Rating Buses Tarapacá, (4.3* based on 4742 ratings),

9

What is the price of a bus ticket from Calama to Iquique for each seat type?

On buses from Calama to Iquique a Salon cama seat costs around CLP$19.000, a Premium seat costs around CLP$23.000, a Salon cama low cost seat costs around CLP$15.000,

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What amenities do the buses operating from Calama to Iquique have?

Generally, buses travelling from Calama to Iquique have the following features and amenities: phone charger, WiFi, air conditioning, television, coffee, among others.

Comments from other users

JEAN RENEL LACROIX
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Katerine Morales
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Oswaldo Guevara
Falta buse para los andes

Alejandro Cerna
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