Based on 113 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Pluss Chile ticket prices on this trip start at $56
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Pullman San Andres ticket prices on this trip start at $85
Based on 144 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Cikbus Elité ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Cikbus Elité / Ciktur Santiago de Chile Antofagasta recent customer reviews
Smooth and safe bus ride from Santiago to Antofagasta.
Small issues:
Bus arrived late.
No chargers on the bus.
No toilet tissue in toilet, as well as no water and soap in toilet to wash hands after use.
Based on 66 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Buses Andimar ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Based on 13043 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Buses Evans offers 1 daily buses from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta. Though the average price for this trip is $90, you can find tickets starting at $90. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 18 hours.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta 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 de Chile to Antofagasta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta start from $49. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 de Chile to Antofagasta?
The average bus travel time from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta is 18h 40m, covering a distance of 1094 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 40m and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
A bus trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta generates an estimated 27.328149999999997 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 Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
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 Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pullman San Andres, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
07-17
$51
07-18
$58
Today
$58
07-20
$52
07-21
$46
07-22
$46
07-23
$46
07-24
$46
The cheapest trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of $46
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $88 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-07-21.
Usually Pullman San Andres, 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.
The cheapest trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta was searched and found on Jul 21, 2026 with a price of $46
