Driving from Copiapó to Calama
Calama lies 564 km (351 mi) north of Copiapó, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 36 min without stops, over roughly 688 km (428 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Copiapó | Calama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 129,280 | 166,334 |
| Elevation | 381 m (1,250 ft) | 2,275 m (7,464 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Postal codes | 1530000 | 1390000 |
Where to book car hire from Copiapó to Calama
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Staying in Calama
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Common questions
How far is Calama from Copiapó?
564 km (351 mi) in a straight line, north of Copiapó; by road roughly 688 km (428 mi).
How long does it take to get from Copiapó to Calama by car?
About 8 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Copiapó and Calama?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.