El Calafate to El Chalten

El Calafate to El Chalten

El Calafate
El Chalten
Feb 7, 2028
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El Calafate to El Chalten Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+3h 40m
$520.00
Bus
PATAGONIA DREAMS
Regular
07:30
20:00
$33.25
Bus
Chalten Travel
A/C Semi Sleeper
08:00
10:40
$29.40
Bus
Caltur
Semi Sleeper
08:20
10:40
$21.66
Bus
Marga
Standard
08:50
11:10
$27.61
Bus
Chalten Travel
Semi Sleeper
09:30
10:40
$16.02
Bus
Taqsa
Semi Sleeper
10:00
13:00
$27.46
Bus
Taqsa
Executive Sleeper
10:20
12:40
$27.46
Bus
Chalten Travel
A/C Semi Sleeper
10:50
13:10
$29.40
Bus
Chalten Travel
Executive Sleeper
11:20
13:40
$21.36
Bus
Chalten Travel
Semi Sleeper
11:45
13:10
$16.02
Bus
Chalten Travel
Semi Sleeper
12:15
13:40
$16.02
Bus
Taqsa
Executive Sleeper
12:50
15:10
$27.46
Bus
Taqsa
Semi Sleeper
14:00
17:00
$27.61
Bus
Chalten Travel
Semi Sleeper
14:30
17:10
$21.36
Bus
Chalten Travel
Executive Sleeper
14:50
17:10
$21.36
Van
Transporte Las Lengas
Minivan
16:00
19:30
$42.50
Bus
Taqsa
Semi Sleeper
16:30
19:30
$27.46
Bus
Marga
Standard
16:50
19:30
$27.46
Bus
Caltur
Semi Sleeper
17:20
19:40
$21.66

How to get from El Calafate to El Chalten

When you want to get from El Calafate to El Chalten, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

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 Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 77.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 35.21.

How far is El Calafate from El Chalten?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from El Calafate to El Chalten. Your trip will be a total of 84 miles (134 km). The flying distance is 84 miles (134 km).

How long does it take to get from El Calafate to El Chalten?

The travel time from El Calafate to El Chalten can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from El Calafate to El Chalten?

The cost of the trip from El Calafate to El Chalten varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Chalten Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 35.21 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 77.84.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from El Calafate to El Chalten:

  • Bus tickets - USD 35.21 to USD 45.62;
  • Van price : USD 52.39 - USD 77.84;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 381.58 to USD 566.92.

How many trips per day are there between El Calafate and El Chalten?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 25 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from El Calafate to El Chalten depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from El Calafate to El Chalten 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from El Calafate to El Chalten. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 381.58.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from El Calafate to El Chalten. 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 El Calafate to El Chalten.

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 El Calafate to El Chalten

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from El Calafate to El Chalten? 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:

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from El Calafate to El Chalten

Facts about the transport from El Calafate to El Chalten

Cheapest Transport$36
Fastest Transport2h 40m
Earliest Departure8:00 ص
Latest Departure6:00 م
Departures per day28
Distance134 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaltur, Chalten Travel, Marga, MARGA, MARGA, Polittan Argentina, Rumbo Sur, Taqsa, Tolkeyen Patagonia Turismo