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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de Buses La Serena | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de Buses La Serena | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Tur Bus de Vallenar | Terminal de Buses La Serena | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses Vallenar | La Serena (Bus terminal La Serena) | No tags |
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Get from Vallenar to La Serena
The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Vallenar and La Serena?
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
Stops in La Serena
- AAmunátegui 107, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
- B
Rotonda La Serena
Panamericana Norte 208, La Serena, Región de Coquimbo, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vallenar to La Serena, CL 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 Vallenar to La Serena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vallenar to La Serena start at R 158. The average price for this route is around R 284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vallenar to La Serena?
The average bus journey time from Vallenar to La Serena is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 157 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by Cikbus Elité.
Which bus companies service the Vallenar to La Serena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from Buses Andimar, Pullman San Andres, Pluss Chile, Cikbus Elité, Serena Mar, FlixBus, Condor Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vallenar to La Serena?
The earliest bus departs from Vallenar to La Serena at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vallenar to La Serena?
A bus trip from Vallenar to La Serena produces an estimated 4 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 Vallenar to La Serena?
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 60 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vallenar to La Serena?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vallenar to La Serena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Buses Andimar, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vallenar to La Serena?
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 Vallenar to La Serena, CL was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of R 174To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vallenar to La Serena, CL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 174 to R 972 for a bus ticket from Vallenar to La Serena, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 174, which is on 2026-02-14.
Usually Pluss Chile 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.
