Find coaches from San Carlos, CL to Santiago, CL

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Next departures from San Carlos to Santiago on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
EME Bus
Terminal San Carlos
Terminal SurCheapest
EME Bus
Terminal San Carlos
Terminal SurFastest
EME Bus
Terminal San Carlos
Terminal SurNo tags
EME Bus
Terminal San Carlos
Terminal SurNo tags
EME Bus
Terminal San Carlos
Terminal SurNo tags

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Get from San Carlos to Santiago

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The journey takes about 3 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
3h 57mAverage duration
350 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Carlos, CL to Santiago, CL: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$15
Average bus trip duration3h 57m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure00:10
Distance350 km
Latest bus departure19:35

San Carlos to Santiago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Carlos, CL - Santiago, CL

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Carlos to Santiago cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Carlos to Santiago starts at US$11. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Carlos to Santiago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Carlos to Santiago?

    The average travel time between San Carlos and Santiago is around 3h 57m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 57m. This is the time it takes to travel the 358 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Carlos and Santiago?

    The number of buses from San Carlos to Santiago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Carlos to Santiago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Carlos to Santiago?

    When taking the bus from San Carlos to Santiago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Eme Bus, Buses Iver Grama.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Carlos to Santiago?

    Buses travelling between San Carlos and Santiago leave from Terminal San Carlos or Terminal Tur Bus de San Carlos and arrive at Terminal Sur, San Borja, Terminal Los Héroes.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$10
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US$11
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US$14
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US$13
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US$17
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US$35
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Carlos, CL to Santiago, CL was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Carlos, CL to Santiago, CL as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$35 for a bus ticket from San Carlos, CL to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13, which is on 2025-11-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Carlos to Santiago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Carlos to Santiago, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Carlos to Santiago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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