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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | San Borja | Terminal De Tocopilla | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | San Borja | Tocopilla | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | San Borja | Tocopilla | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Borja | Terminal De Tocopilla | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal San Borja | Tocopilla (Terminal de buses Tocopilla) | No tags |
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Get from Santiago to Tocopilla
The journey takes about 20 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santiago and Tocopilla?
Stops in Santiago
- A
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - BSantiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- CTucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- DPdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- EAv. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- F
Zapadores
Los Zapadores 608, Recoleta, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Stops in Tocopilla
- A
Parada de Autobus Tocopilla
Av. 18 de Septiembre 2559, Tocopilla, Región de Antofagasta, Chile - B
Plaza De Armas
Aníbal Pinto 1361, Tocopilla, Región de Antofagasta, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santiago, CL to Tocopilla
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 Santiago to Tocopilla?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santiago to Tocopilla start from £32. The average price for this route is around £53. 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 Santiago to Tocopilla?
The average bus journey time from Santiago to Tocopilla is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 785 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 20h 20m and is operated by Pluss Chile.
Which bus companies service the Santiago to Tocopilla route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Pluss Chile, Pullman San Andres, Buses Andimar, Buses Evans.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago to Tocopilla?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago to Tocopilla at 06:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago to Tocopilla?
A bus journey from Santiago to Tocopilla produces an estimated 32 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 Santiago to Tocopilla?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago to Tocopilla?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Pluss Chile has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santiago to Tocopilla?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago to Tocopilla?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Santiago, CL to Tocopilla was searched and found on 22 Jan 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 Santiago, CL to Tocopilla as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £38 to £64 for a bus ticket from Santiago, CL to Tocopilla based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Pluss Chile, Buses Andimar 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.
