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El Calafate to El Chaltén Bus Ticket

Daily bus service between El Calafate and El Chaltén with several operators and flexible schedules.

Why Choose This Activity?

  • Daily departures
  • Airport stop included
  • Multiple timetables
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Daily departures all year round

Easy Cancellation

If you need to cancel or postpone, just send us an email and we will take care of everything.

Direct Communication With the Operator

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English-Speaking Guide and Small Groups

Almost all of our tours are done in small groups. All of them have English speaking guides.

OVERVIEW

97This one-way bus ticket connects El Calafate and El Chaltén, two of Patagonia’s most visited destinations.
The service operates daily, with multiple departures throughout the day. All buses include a stop at El Calafate Airport, allowing passengers to board directly from their flight or be dropped off before departure.

Terminal fees must be paid at each station before boarding. This ticket offers a reliable and comfortable way to reach your destination without the need for private transfers.

About Us

VisitUshuaia.com, a site by RipioTurismo, celebrates South America as the vibrant garden of our world, rich in colorful landscapes, cultural heritage, gastronomy, and warm hospitality. With +20 years of expertise, we craft custom trips across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Our carefully selected hotels and local partners ensure the best service possible. We cater to FITs, groups, adventure seekers, and the 50+ age group with luxury tours.

ITINERARY

The route between El Calafate and El Chaltén takes approximately 3 hours.

Departures from El Calafate: 8:00 AM / 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM / 12:30 PM / 6:00 PM
(An additional 2:30 PM departure operates from November 1)

Departures from El Chaltén: 3:00 AM / 8:00 AM / 11:30 AM / 12:30 PM / 7:00 PM
(An additional 2:30 PM departure operates from November 1)

Airport Stop: The bus stops at El Calafate Airport approximately 30 minutes after leaving El Calafate, and 2 hours 30 minutes after leaving El Chaltén on the return trip.

Terminal Fees:

  • El Calafate Bus Terminal: ARS 3,000 per person

  • El Chaltén Bus Terminal: ARS 1,000 per person

Bus tickets are issued one month before the travel date. Once issued, any changes are subject to a 10% fee.

Duration: AM or PM
Cancellation Policy: 48 hours before your tour
Availability: Every day, all the year
Starting Time: Between 3:00 AM and 8:00 PM
Finishing Time: Approximately 3 hours after departure.
Pick Up: Meeting Point
Drop Off: Meeting Point
Language: Spanish
Minimum Booking: 1

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Bus ticket
  • Daily departures
  • Different timetables
  • Airport stop
  • Terminal fee El Calafate $3,000 per person
  • Terminal fee El Chaltén $1,000 per person
  • English-speaking guide

OPTIONALS

There's no optionals available for this excursions. Let us know if you need anything on your booking.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.

In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:

  • a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
  • b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.

FAQs

Is this service available daily?

Yes, there are daily departures from both El Calafate and El Chaltén.

How long is the trip?

The journey takes approximately 3 hours.

Is there hotel pick-up or drop-off?

No, boarding is available only at the bus terminals or at El Calafate Airport.

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BOOKING FAQS

How Do I Book?

Just complete the booking form. When you finish, you will be redirected to Paypal, where you can pay for the tour.

What Happens After Booking?

Once you’ve completed your booking and payment, you’ll receive a confirmation of your purchase. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive the voucher you’ll need to participate in the activity.

If you’ve booked an activity for the following day, don’t worry. We’ll make sure to send you the voucher before your activity begins.

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