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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus Chile + Andimar | Bus | Santiago (Los Libertadores) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal San Borja | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal San Borja | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags | ||||
Flixbus Chile + Andimar | Bus | Santiago (Los Libertadores) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal San Borja | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags |
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Get from Santiago to Vallenar
The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santiago and 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
Stops in Vallenar
- A
Terminal Pullman Bus de Vallenar
Arturo Prat 1-199, Vallenar, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Omnibus Vallenar
Prat 137,, Vallenar, , Región de Atacama,, Chile - C
Cruce Ruta 5 Vallenar
Longitudinal Norte, Sector: Punta Colorada - Portezuelo las, Bombas, Vallenar, III Región, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santiago, CL to Vallenar by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santiago to Vallenar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago to Vallenar start from $20. The average price for this route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santiago to Vallenar?
The average bus trip duration from Santiago to Vallenar is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 331 miles (534 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Santiago to Vallenar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pluss Chile, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Buses Romani, Serena Mar, Condor Bus, Buses Paravias.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago to Vallenar?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago to Vallenar at 6:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago to Vallenar?
A bus trip from Santiago to Vallenar generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santiago to Vallenar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago to Vallenar?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Buses Paravias has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Buses Romani, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago to Vallenar?
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 Santiago, CL to Vallenar was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago, CL to Vallenar, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $57 for a bus ticket from Santiago, CL to Vallenar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-01-13.
Usually Pluss Chile 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.
