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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Terminal San Borja | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | San Borja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Vallenar | San Borja | No tags |
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Get from Vallenar to Santiago
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just R 357, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vallenar and Santiago?
Stops in Vallenar
Stops in Santiago
- A
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - BSantiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- CTucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- DPdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- EAv. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- F
Zapadores
Los Zapadores 608, Recoleta, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vallenar to Santiago, CL by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Vallenar to Santiago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vallenar to Santiago start at R 357. The average price for this route is around R 556. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vallenar to Santiago?
The average bus journey time from Vallenar to Santiago is 9h, covering a distance of 544 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Vallenar to Santiago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Pluss Chile, FlixBus, Serena Mar, Condor Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vallenar to Santiago?
The earliest bus departs from Vallenar to Santiago at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vallenar to Santiago?
A bus trip from Vallenar to Santiago produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Vallenar to Santiago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vallenar to Santiago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vallenar to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vallenar to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vallenar to Santiago, CL was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 395To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vallenar to Santiago, CL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 395 to R 972 for a bus ticket from Vallenar to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 395, which is on 2026-01-23.
Usually Pullman San Andres will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
