Bus Tickets from Santiago, CL to Talcahuano

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TodayJun 12
from US$15
TomorrowJun 13
from US$19
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MonJun 16
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from US$15
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ThuJun 19
from US$28

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Talcahuano
    Destination location: Talcahuano
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Los Héroes
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Talcahuano
    Destination location: Talcahuano
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Talcahuano
    Destination location: Talcahuano
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Talcahuano
    Destination location: Talcahuano
    Operated by: Pullman TurPullman Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: June 14 at
    Destination city: Talcahuano
    Destination location: Talcahuano
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santiago to Talcahuano: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$21
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 19m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance426 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Santiago to Talcahuano Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santiago, CL - Talcahuano

  1. How long is the bus trip from Santiago to Talcahuano?

    The bus ride from Santiago to Talcahuano takes 5h 19m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Talcahuano in about 5h 18m.

  2. How far is Santiago from Talcahuano?

    The distance between Santiago and Talcahuano is around 435 km (270 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santiago to Talcahuano?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Sur, in Santiago, and end it at Latorre, 11, in Talcahuano.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Santiago to Talcahuano?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Santiago to Talcahuano. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$13, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Santiago to Talcahuano?

    Taking the bus from Santiago to Talcahuano costs on average US$21.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-10
US$13
06-11
US$14
Today
US$14
06-13
US$18
06-14
US$13
06-15
US$18
06-16
US$13
06-17
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santiago to Talcahuano was searched and found on Jun 14, 2025 with a price of US$13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago to Talcahuano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$32 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Talcahuano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-06-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santiago and Talcahuano!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santiago to Talcahuano, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santiago to Talcahuano.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santiago to Talcahuano, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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