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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 | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Terminal San Borja | No tags |
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Get from Vallenar to Santiago
The journey takes about 8 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vallenar and Santiago?
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
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 traveling from Vallenar to Santiago, CL 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 Vallenar to Santiago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vallenar to Santiago start from $18. 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 Vallenar to Santiago?
The average bus trip duration from Vallenar to Santiago is 8h 51m, covering a distance of 331 miles (534 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Vallenar to Santiago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Pluss Chile, 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 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vallenar to Santiago?
A bus trip from Vallenar to Santiago 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 Vallenar to Santiago?
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 Vallenar to Santiago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Cikbus Elité has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Vallenar to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Jan 12, 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 Vallenar to Santiago, CL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $50 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 $23 which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
