Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

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Calama to San Pedro de Atacama Schedule

Calama to San Pedro de Atacama Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
CL Mundo Minivan 00:00 - 01:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 03:00 - 04:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 05:00 - 06:45CLP 43,655
ChileBus Semi Sleeper 06:30 - 08:30CLP 5,250
CL Mundo Minivan 09:00 - 10:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 11:00 - 12:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 13:00 - 14:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 15:00 - 16:45CLP 43,655
CL Mundo Minivan 17:00 - 18:45CLP 43,655
Buses Atacama 2000 Semi Sleeper 18:00 - 19:30CLP 5,250
Chirak Minivan 20:00 - 21:45CLP 34,560
CL Mundo Minivan 23:00 - 00:45CLP 43,655

Transportation from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

Facts about the transport from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day18
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBuses Atacama 2000, ChileBus, Chirak, CL Mundo, Frontera del Norte

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How to get from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

When you want to get from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 6.18. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 4.12.

How far is Calama from San Pedro de Atacama?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama. Your trip will be a total of 47 miles (75 km). The flying distance is 47 miles (75 km).

How long does it take to get from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama?

The travel time from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama?

The cost of the trip from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Frontera del Norte: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 4.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 6.18.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama:

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.12 to USD 6.18;
  • Van price : USD 36.70 - USD 46.36;

How many trips per day are there between Calama and San Pedro de Atacama?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 18 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.