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What are the most popular routes to Chile?

Puerto Natales - El CalafateAverage price£33Average duration5h 40mDaily departures8
Santiago - MendozaAverage price£38Average duration8hDaily departures14
Calama - UyuniAverage price£38Average duration8hDaily departures6
Puerto Natales - Punta ArenasAverage price£8Average duration2h 45mDaily departures20
Santiago - ValparaisoAverage price£4Average duration1h 35mDaily departures44
Osorno Province - San Carlos de BarilocheAverage price£35Average duration7hDaily departures7
Santiago - Puerto MonttAverage price£37Average duration12h 50mDaily departures43
Puerto Natales - Torres del PaineAverage price£15Average duration3hDaily departures31
Puerto Montt - San Carlos de BarilocheAverage price£33Average duration8h 45mDaily departures8
Valparaiso - SantiagoAverage price£4Average duration2hDaily departures43

What popular bus companies operate in Chile?

  • Via Tac
  • Albus
  • FlixBus
  • Bus-Sur
  • Pluss Chile
  • Marga Taqsa

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Chile

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a coach ticket cost in Chile?

    Bus travel in Chile is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was £15. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Chile:
    Puerto Natales ↔ El Calafate (average: £33)
    Santiago ↔ Mendoza (average: £38)
    Calama ↔ Uyuni (average: £38)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Chile?

    While you can choose between different transport options, travelling by Buses is usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Chile with 2138 routes.

  3. How do I book coach and train tickets in Chile?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Chile?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Chile with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, Elo touch, Hiper, Hipercard, Maestro, China Union Pay, Pix Money Transfer, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
    Currency: Chilean Peso (CLP) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Puerto Natales to El Calafate by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Puerto Natales to El Calafate
    Travel time: 5h 40m
    Ticket prices: From £33
    Frequency: 8 departures daily
    Recommended operators: Via Tac, Albus, FlixBus, Bus-Sur, Pluss Chile, Marga Taqsa, Cruz del Sur, Buses Ahumada Internacional, CATA Internacional, Buses Igillaima

  6. How do I get from Chile to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Puerto Natales ↔ El Calafate, Argentina
    Santiago ↔ Mendoza, Argentina
    Calama ↔ Uyuni, Bolivia

  7. What are the most popular airports in Chile?

    You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: SCL, Punta Arenas Airport

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