Bus from Valdivia, CL to Santiago, CL: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Valdivia to Santiago on 25 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus ChileBus
Valdivia (Terminal de buses)
Terminal San BorjaCheapest
Flixbus ChileBus
Valdivia (Terminal de buses)
San Bernardo, Santiago (Cruce Colon)Fastest
Buses TranSantinBus
Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Terminal SurNo tags
Nar Bus InternacionalBus
Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Terminal SurNo tags
Tepual VIPBus
Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Terminal SurNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:34 AM -03.

Get from Valdivia to Santiago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just R 219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
10hAverage duration
752 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Valdivia, CL to Santiago, CL by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Valdivia to Santiago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Valdivia to Santiago start at R 219. The average price for this route is around R 502. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Valdivia to Santiago?

    The average bus journey time from Valdivia to Santiago is 10h, covering a distance of 752 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h and is operated by Andesmar.

  3. Which bus companies service the Valdivia to Santiago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from buses TranSantin, FlixBus, Nar Bus, Via Tur, Buses Jet Sur, Andesmar, Buses Tepual - Buses Lafit, Cruz del Sur, ETM, Bus Norte, Buses Bio Bio, Buses JAC.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Valdivia to Santiago?

    The earliest bus departs from Valdivia to Santiago at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valdivia to Santiago?

    A bus trip from Valdivia to Santiago produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Valdivia to Santiago?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Buses Tepual - Buses Lafit, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Valdivia to Santiago?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Nar Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Valdivia to Santiago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Bus Norte, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Valdivia to Santiago?

    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.

Best price found
22/01
R 292
23/01
R 319
Today
R 292
25/01
R 330
26/01
R 312
27/01
R 285
28/01
R 285
29/01
R 285
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Valdivia, CL to Santiago, CL was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 285

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

You can expect to pay from R 285 to R 1 590 for a bus ticket from Valdivia, CL to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 285, which is on 2026-01-27.

Usually ETM, Via Tur 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.

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