Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terrapuerto Atacama | Cheapest | ||||
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| Terminal de Buses La Serena | Terrapuerto Atacama / Terminal Chañarcillo | Fastest | ||||
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| Terminal de Buses La Serena | Terrapuerto Atacama / Terminal Chañarcillo | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal de Buses La Serena | Terrapuerto Atacama (CPO) | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal de Buses La Serena | Copiapo | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal de Buses La Serena | Terrapuerto Atacama / Terminal Chañarcillo | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal La Serena | Terminal Terrapuerto Atacama | No tags | ||||
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| La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terrapuerto Atacama | No tags |
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Get from La Serena to Copiapo
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 21,342, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in La Serena and Copiapo
Stops in La Serena
- A
Terminal de Buses La Serena
Amunátegui 107, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile - B
Rotonda La Serena
Panamericana Norte 208, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
Stops in Copiapo
- A
Terminal Flota Barrios de Copiapó
Chañarcillo 630, Copiapó, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal de Buses de Copiapó
Chacabuco 170, Copiapó, III Región, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Copiapó - Ramadilla
Ramadilla 992, Copiapó, III Región, Chile - D
Parada de Autobuses de Copiapo - Llanta
Potrerillos 2484-2514, Copiapó, III Región, Chile - E
Terminal Nueva Andimar Vip de Copiapó
Colipi 127, Copiapó, III Región, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from La Serena, CL to Copiapo 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 La Serena to Copiapo?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Serena to Copiapo start from ARS 21,342. The average price for this route is around ARS 30,778. 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 La Serena to Copiapo?
The average bus travel time from La Serena to Copiapo is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 296 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by Pluss Chile.
Which bus companies service the La Serena to Copiapo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Pullman San Andres, Buses Romani, FlixBus, Buses Paravias, Turisnorte.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from La Serena to Copiapo?
The earliest bus departs from La Serena to Copiapo at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Serena to Copiapo?
A bus trip from La Serena to Copiapo generates an estimated 7.37585 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from La Serena to Copiapo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 72 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Serena to Copiapo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from La Serena to Copiapo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Romani, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Serena to Copiapo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 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 La Serena, CL to Copiapo was searched and found on Sep 25, 2026 with a price of ARS 19,898To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Serena, CL to Copiapo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 19,898 to ARS 92,381 for a bus ticket from La Serena, CL to Copiapo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 19,898 which is on 2026-09-25.
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.
