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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 | Bus | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | No tags |
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Get from La Serena to Vallenar
The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in La Serena and Vallenar?
Stops in La Serena
- AAmunátegui 107, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
- B
Rotonda La Serena
Panamericana Norte 208, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, 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 travelling from La Serena, 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 La Serena to Vallenar?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Serena to Vallenar start from $12. The average price for this route is around $21. 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 Vallenar?
The average bus travel time from La Serena to Vallenar is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 157 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the La Serena to Vallenar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pluss Chile, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Serena Mar, Buses Romani, Buses Paravias, Condor Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from La Serena to Vallenar?
The earliest bus departs from La Serena to Vallenar at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Serena to Vallenar?
A bus trip from La Serena to Vallenar generates an estimated 4 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 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 La Serena to Vallenar?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Buses Paravias has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from La Serena to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 La Serena 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 La Serena, CL to Vallenar was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $13To 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 Vallenar, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $43 for a bus ticket from La Serena, CL to Vallenar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-10.
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.
