Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | San Borja | Terminal Vallenar - Arturo Prat 137 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | San Borja | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja | Vallenar - Paradero Ruta 5 Norte, Copec | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:58 PM -03.
Get from Santiago to Vallenar
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just R 271, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santiago and Vallenar?
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 Vallenar
- A
Terminal Pullman Bus de Vallenar
Arturo Prat 1-199, Vallenar, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Omnibus Vallenar
Prat 137,, Vallenar, , Región de Atacama,, Chile - C
Cruce Ruta 5 Vallenar
Longitudinal Norte, Sector: Punta Colorada - Portezuelo las, Bombas, Vallenar, III Región, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santiago, CL to Vallenar 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 Santiago to Vallenar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago to Vallenar start at R 271. The average price for this route is around R 503. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santiago to Vallenar?
The average bus journey time from Santiago to Vallenar is 9h, covering a distance of 534 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Santiago to Vallenar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pluss Chile, Pullman San Andres, Cikbus Elité, Buses Romani, Serena Mar, Condor Bus, Buses Paravias, Clikbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago to Vallenar?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago to Vallenar at 06:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago to Vallenar?
A bus trip from Santiago to Vallenar 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 Santiago to Vallenar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Clikbus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santiago to Vallenar?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Buses Paravias has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santiago to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Clikbus, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santiago to Vallenar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Andimar, 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 Vallenar was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 347To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago, CL to Vallenar as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 347 to R 799 for a bus ticket from Santiago, CL to Vallenar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2025-12-07.
Usually 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.
