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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Valparaíso (Terminal Rodoviario) | Terminal San Carlos | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Valparaíso (Terminal Rodoviario) | Terminal San Carlos | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Valparaíso (Terminal Rodoviario) | Terminal San Carlos | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Valparaíso (Terminal Rodoviario) | Terminal San Carlos | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Valparaíso (Terminal Rodoviario) | Terminal San Carlos | No tags |
Get from Valparaiso to San Carlos
The journey takes about 5 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Valparaiso and San Carlos?
Stops in Valparaiso
- A
Terminal Rodoviário Valparaiso
Avenida Pedro Montt, 2860, 2340000 Valparaíso - B
Av Pedro Montt Of 19
Av. Francia 349-381, Valparaíso, Región de Valparaíso, Chile - C
Colorado
Ruta 60 8540, Valparaíso, Región de Valparaíso, Chile
Stops in San Carlos
- AIndependencia 902-994, San Carlos, Región del Bío Bío, Chile
- B
Terminal Tur Bus de San Carlos
Camino A Cape 761-1103, San Carlos, Región del Bío Bío, Chile - C
san carlos
Sgto Juan de Dios Aldea Fonseca 530, San Carlos, Región del Bío Bío, Chile
Compare bus companies
Based on 157 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Eme Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $22
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Valparaiso, CL to San Carlos, 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 Valparaiso to San Carlos?
The cheapest bus tickets from Valparaiso to San Carlos start from $22. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Valparaiso to San Carlos?
The average bus travel time from Valparaiso to San Carlos is 5h 1m, covering a distance of 377 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 1m and is operated by Eme Bus.
Which bus companies service the Valparaiso to San Carlos route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Valparaiso to San Carlos?
The earliest bus departs from Valparaiso to San Carlos at 8:55am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valparaiso to San Carlos?
A bus trip from Valparaiso to San Carlos generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Valparaiso, CL to San Carlos, CL was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $20To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Valparaiso, CL to San Carlos, CL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $30 for a bus ticket from Valparaiso, CL to San Carlos, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-04.
