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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

Operated by: PlussChilePlussChile
11:05PM
7h15m
6:20AM
Santiago - San Borja
Cheapest
La Serena - Terminal de Buses La Serena
Cheapest
Operated by: PlussChilePlussChile
9:30AM
7h15m
4:45PM
Santiago - San Borja
2nd Cheapest
La Serena - Terminal de Buses La Serena
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: Buses RomaniBuses Romani
4:00PM
5h45m
9:45PM
Santiago - Terminal de Buses San Borja - San Francisco de Borja
Fastest
La Serena - Terminal de Buses La Serena
Fastest
Operated by: AndimarAndimar
8:50AM
6h10m
3:00PM
Santiago - San Borja
La Serena - Terminal de Buses La Serena
Operated by: AndimarAndimar
11:00AM
6h10m
5:10PM
Santiago - San Borja
La Serena - Terminal de Buses La Serena
Bus Santiago to La Serena: Trip Overview

Bus Santiago to La Serena: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$17
Average bus trip duration6h 30m
Number of daily buses62
Earliest bus departure7:30 AM
Distance247 miles (398 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Santiago to La Serena Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures62
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:30AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$9
Average Ticket Price$17
Minimum Trip Duration5h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h30m
Distance247 miles (398 km)
Bus Companies on This RoutePLUSS, Cikbus Elité, Buses Andimar, Buses Romani, Buses Paravias
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago - La Serena

The best way to travel from Santiago to La Serena is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

The average travel time from Santiago to La Serena is about 6h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 247 miles (398 km) that separate the two cities.

Santiago and La Serena are 247 miles (398 km) apart.

On average, there are 62 daily departures on this route, offered by PLUSS, Cikbus Elité and Buses Andimar. The number of buses from Santiago to La Serena can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Santiago to La Serena as easy as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates from 7:30 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:59 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Santiago to La Serena leave from Terminal Sur and arrive at Terminal de Buses La Serena. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $10, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $17 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $10 to $30, so it's good to do your research before booking.

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

Best price found
03/17
$9
Today
$9
03/19
$9
03/20
$9
03/21
$9
03/22
$9
03/23
$9
03/24
$9
The cheapest trip from Santiago to La Serena was searched and found on Mar 24, 2024 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $27 for a bus ticket from Santiago to La Serena based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2024-03-24.

Usually Pullman San Andres 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santiago to La Serena but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Santiago to La Serena.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santiago to La Serena will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Santiago to La Serena.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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