How to travel from Arica to Iquique, Chile
The distance between Arica and Iquique is around 309km (192 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 3h 50m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Arica to Iquique by bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Iquique → Arica if you're planning a return trip.
Bus to Humberstone
Take the bus to Humberstone.
- Duration3h 50m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost$7($7)
Pullman San Andrés
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Arica and Iquique
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Arica to Iquique by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $7 and will take around 3h 50m.
The distance between Arica and Iquique is around 309km (192 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 194km (120 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Arica and Iquique by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Arica to Iquique is to take the bus which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx $7.
The cheapest way to travel between Arica and Iquique, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $7 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Arica and Iquique. We recommend that you take the bus to Humberstone. instead which will take 3h 50m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Arica and Iquique. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs once daily.
Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Arica and Iquique with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 4hrs.
Pullman Bus, Turbus, Ciktur and Pullman San Andrés run regular bus services between Arica and Iquique. Buses run once daily and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Arica to Iquique. We recommend that you take the bus to Iquique. instead which will take 4hrs.
The closest major airport to Iquique is Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ) (IQQ) which is approximately 37km (23 miles) from Iquique. Chacalluta International Airport (ARI) (ARI) and El Loa Airport (CJC) (CJC) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Arica and Iquique. The distance is around 309km (192 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Arica to Iquique is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around $9.
Compare travel optionsbetween Arica and Iquique
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus to Humberstone + 1 similar | 3h 50m | $7($7) | twice daily | 311km (193 miles) |
| Bus | 4hrs | $9($9) | hourly | 310km (193 miles) |
Drive | 4h 10m | $32($32) | on demand | 309km (192 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Arica and Iquique
Bus companies
Pullman Bus
Turbus
Ciktur
Pullman San Andrés
Ramos Cholele
Airports near Iquique
The following major airports near Iquique offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Chile and internationally.
Diego Aracena International Airport (IQQ)
- Distance
- 37km (23 miles) from Iquique
Chacalluta International Airport (ARI)
- Distance
- 208km (129 miles) from Iquique
El Loa Airport (CJC)
- Distance
- 284km (177 miles) from Iquique