Driving from Arica to Calama
Calama lies 465 km (289 mi) south of Arica, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 6 min without stops, over roughly 568 km (353 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Arica | Calama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 241,653 | 166,334 |
| Elevation | 80 m (262 ft) | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Postal codes | 1000000 | 1390000 |
Where to book car hire from Arica to Calama
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Staying in Calama
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Common questions
How far is Calama from Arica?
465 km (289 mi) in a straight line, south of Arica; by road roughly 568 km (353 mi).
How long does it take to get from Arica to Calama by car?
About 7 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arica and Calama?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.