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Get from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano
The journey takes about 8 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Puerto Montt and Talcahuano?
Stops in Puerto Montt
- A
Terminal Municipal
Puerto Montt, Puerto Montt, Los Lagos, Chile - B
Terminal de Buses de Puerto Montt
Avenida Diego Portales, 1001, Puerto Montt 5480000 - C
Terminal Municipal Puerto Montt
Diego Portales 1001, Puerto Montt, Región de los Lagos, Chile - D
Clinica Puerto Montt
Baquedano 247, Puerto Montt, X Región, Chile - E
Regimiento Sangra
Cervantes 402-440, Puerto Montt, X Región, Chile - F
Cruce Los Pellines
Panamericana Sur, Puerto Montt, X Región, Chile
Stops in Talcahuano
- A
Alto Horno, 777
Alto Horno 777, Talcahuano, Región del Bío Bío, Chile - BLatorre 11 , Talcahuano, Región del Bío Bío, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano start at R 267. The average price for this route is around R 414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
The average bus journey time from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano is 8h 59m, covering a distance of 528 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h and is operated by buses TranSantin.
Which bus companies service the Puerto Montt to Talcahuano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ETM, Pullman Tur, buses TranSantin, Buses Jordan, Jordan Group.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
The earliest bus departs from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
A bus trip from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETM, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 431 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jordan Group has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETM, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETM, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Puerto Montt to Talcahuano was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 291To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 291 to R 495 for a bus ticket from Puerto Montt to Talcahuano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 323, which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually ETM 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.
