Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cruce Los Tambores - La Union | Terminal Sur | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Los Tambores - La Union | Terminal Sur | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Los Tambores - La Union | Terminal ETM | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | La Unión | Terminal Sur | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de buses La Unión, Calle Augusto Grob 1880 | Terminal Sur | No tags |
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Get from La Unión to Santiago
The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in La Unión and Santiago?
Stops in La Unión
- A
Terminal de Autobuses de La Unión
Comercio 73-91, La Unión, Región de los Ríos, Chile - B
Terminal Tur Bus de La Unión
Arturo Prat 82, La Unión, Región de los Ríos, Chile - C
La Unión
T-810, Vista Hermosa, La Unión, Región de los Ríos, Chile
Stops in Santiago
- ASantiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- BPdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- C
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - DTucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- EAv. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- F
Zapadores
Los Zapadores 608, Recoleta, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from La Unión, CL to Santiago, CL by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from La Unión to Santiago?
The cheapest bus tickets from La Unión to Santiago start from $20. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from La Unión to Santiago?
The average bus trip duration from La Unión to Santiago is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 491 miles (791 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 19m and is operated by Bus Norte.
Which bus companies service the La Unión to Santiago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ETM, buses TranSantin, Buses Fierro, Buses Jet Sur, Bus Norte.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from La Unión to Santiago?
The earliest bus departs from La Unión to Santiago at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from La Unión to Santiago?
A bus trip from La Unión to Santiago generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from La Unión to Santiago?
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 437 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from La Unión to Santiago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ETM has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from La Unión to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Bus Norte, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from La Unión to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Buses Fierro, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 La Unión, CL to Santiago, CL was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from La Unión, CL to Santiago, CL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $70 for a bus ticket from La Unión, CL to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
