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TodayApr 26
from $16
TomorrowApr 27
from $12
SunApr 28
from $13
MonApr 29
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 1890 Avenida Sor Vicenta
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $16
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 1890 Avenida Sor Vicenta
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $16
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 1890 Avenida Sor Vicenta
    Operated by: EME BusEME Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $23
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Terminal de Buses de Los Angeles
    Operated by: Pullman TurPullman Tur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $22
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 1890 Avenida Sor Vicenta
    Operated by: Buses TranSantinBuses TranSantin
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $24
Bus Santiago to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Bus Santiago to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$16
Average bus trip duration5h 22m
Number of daily buses42
Earliest bus departure12:30 AM
Distance291 miles (469 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Santiago to Los Angeles Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures42
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:30AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$12
Average Ticket Price$16
Minimum Trip Duration5h22m
Average Bus Trip Duration5h22m
Distance291 miles (469 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteEme Bus, buses TranSantin, Buses Pullman Tur, Buses Rios, Buses Jet Sur
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago - Los Angeles

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Los Angeles without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The average travel time from Santiago to Los Angeles is about 5h 22m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 22m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 297 miles (479 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Santiago and Los Angeles is 297 miles (479 km).

About 42 buses travel this route daily, provided by Eme Bus, buses TranSantin and Buses Pullman Tur. The number of buses from Santiago to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Santiago to Los Angeles by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 12:30 AM and 11:59 PM.

If you're headed to Los Angeles from Santiago, chances are that your bus will leave from Terminal Sur and arrive at Terminal de Buses de Los Angeles. 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. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $11.

You can expect to pay around $16 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $11 to $56, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Battleship USS Iowa BB-61, Universal Studios & Universal City Walk, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Venice Beach and Getty Center.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Santiago to Los Angeles was searched and found on Apr 29, 2024 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $23 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2024-04-29.

Usually Buses TranSantin 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Santiago to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Los Angeles.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santiago to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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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