Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Terminal San Borjas | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | San Borja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Terminal San Borjas | No tags | ||||
Pullman San Andrés + Flixbus Chile | Bus | Terminal Internacional Arica | Terminal San Borja | No tags | ||||
Cikbus Elité + Pluss Chile | Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | San Borja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Rodoviário de Arica | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 00:03 -04.
Get from Arica to Santiago de Chile
The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Arica and Santiago de Chile
Stops in Arica
- A
Terminal Rodoviário de Arica
Carlos Camaccio 1951-1983, Arica, Región de Arica y Parinacota, Chile
Stops in Santiago de Chile
- A
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - B
Terminal Sur
Santiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - C
Terminal Los Héroes
Tucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile - D
Terminal ETM
Pdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile - E
Pajaritos
Av. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile - F
Rancagua
Estado 480, Rancagua, VI Región, Chile
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Arica to Santiago de Chile
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
The cheapest coach tickets from Arica to Santiago de Chile start from £41. The average price for this route is around £67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
The average bus journey time from Arica to Santiago de Chile is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1034 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Arica to Santiago de Chile route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Pluss Chile, Turisnorte.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
The earliest bus departs from Arica to Santiago de Chile at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
A bus journey from Arica to Santiago de Chile produces an estimated 41.65795 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 113 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Pullman San Andres has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Arica to Santiago de Chile?
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.
The cheapest trip from Arica to Santiago de Chile was searched and found on 15 Jul 2026 with a price of £38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Arica to Santiago de Chile as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £64 for a bus ticket from Arica to Santiago de Chile based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2026-07-15.
Usually Cikbus Elité 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.
