Bus Tickets from
Antofagasta to Oruro

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The bus from Antofagasta to Oruro takes 15 hours and the distance between Antofagasta and Oruro is 886 km. Oruro is the folkloric capital of Bolivia, known worldwide for its carnival, in which Andean traditions coexist with Catholic rites. The numerous folk dances, which represent regions throughout the country, are the main attraction of this event.

The company Trans Salvador makes the route between Antofagasta and Oruro directly, in semi lie-flat buses. There is a stop in the Chilean city of Calama and the border is crossed at Colchane (CHI) -Pisiga (BOL). Buses from Antofagasta leave from the terminal located at Avenida Pedro Aguirre and arrive at the new Oruro bus terminal, on Avenida Circunvalación.

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Antofagasta to Oruro Bus Timetable

Company	Departure	Arrival
Trans Salvador	19:45 PM	15:45 PM

TRAVEL OPTIONS FROM ANTOFAGASTA TO ORURO

Tickets Bolivia offers one bus travel option for this journey:

Direct trip: You can travel by bus from Antofagasta to Oruro directly with the company Trans Salvador (semi lie-flat buses). The buses leave at 22:00 and arrive at Oruro at 13:00 the next day.

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SOME TOURISTIC INFORMATION THAT CAN BE OF INTEREST

Carnival of Oruro: The Carnival of Oruro is an annual festival held in Oruro at the end of February or early March. It is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Bolivia, and South America. Its history goes back to before the Colony as it is an indigenous festival which later merged with Catholic rituals.
Virgen del Socavon: The Sanctuary of the Virgin of Socavon (Virgin of the Mines) was built in 1781. Here locals worship the Virgin, patron saint of the miners. The sanctuary also has religious art museum and can be accessed by cable car in the weekends.
The Obrajes Hot Springs - Balneario de Obrajes: About 20 kilometers east of the city is an important area of thermal waters which is quickly becoming known among tourists and Bolivians as the country’s best medicinal-recreational center. Locals believe its waters have curative qualities.
The Capachos Hot Springs – Balneario Capachos: Located 12 kilometers from Oruro, it has hot springs with individual baths and covered pools. The view of the surrounding area is very peaceful and pretty.
Food: Try charquekan, an Oruro dish made with dried llama meat served with fresh cheese, beans, corn and llajua, a spicy sauce.
Accommodation: Book ahead if you are planning to visit Oruro during the Carnival as hotels and hostels will fill up very quickly.