Is there a way to reach Puerto Varas from Santiago without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Puerto Varas 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.

How long does it take to get to Puerto Varas from Santiago by bus?

On average, the trip from Santiago to Puerto Varas takes around 12h 15m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 10h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 561 miles (905 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Santiago and Puerto Varas?

The distance separating Santiago and Puerto Varas is 561 miles (905 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

If you're headed to Puerto Varas from Santiago, chances are that your bus will leave from Terminal Sur and arrive at Terminal Cruz del Sur de Puerto Varas. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $12.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

You can expect to pay around $28 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $12 to $66, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Bus Santiago, CL to Puerto Varas from $16 | Compare & Save up to 60%

MonJun 16

from $17

TueJun 17

from $19

WedJun 18

from $37

ThuJun 19

from $46

FriJun 20

from $30

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SunJun 22

from $38

MonJun 23

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 17 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Santiago
Departure location: Terminal San Borja
Arrival time: June 18 at 7:15am
Destination city: Puerto Varas
Destination location: Acceso Sur Puerto Varas ( Shell)
Operated by: Flixbus Chile
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 17 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Santiago
Departure location: Santiago,RegionMetropolitana,Chile
Arrival time: June 18 at 5:58am
Destination city: Puerto Varas
Destination location: Terminal Cruz del Sur de Puerto Varas
Operated by: Cruz del Sur
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 28m
Departure time: June 17 at 8:45pm
Departure city: Santiago
Departure location: Terminal Sur
Arrival time: June 18 at 8:10am
Destination city: Puerto Varas
Destination location: Puerto Varas
Operated by: Buses Fierro
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 25m
Departure time: June 17 at 7:30pm
Departure city: Santiago
Departure location: Santiago,RegionMetropolitana,Chile
Arrival time: June 18 at 5:58am
Destination city: Puerto Varas
Destination location: Terminal Cruz del Sur de Puerto Varas
Operated by: Cruz del Sur
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 28m
Departure time: June 17 at 4:45pm
Departure city: Santiago
Departure location: Terminal Sur
Arrival time: June 18 at 5:05am
Destination city: Puerto Varas
Destination location: C. Ramón Ricardo Rosas esquina San Francisco.
Operated by: Buses ETM
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 20m

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Bus Santiago to Puerto Varas: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$28

Average bus trip duration12h 15m

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure5:45am

Distance557 miles (898 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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ETM

4.5/5404 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi2.2

According to the users, the bus service offers big and comfortable lie-flat seats at the front. The staff is described as professional, contributing positively to the travel experience. While there were minor delays in departure and arrival times, these did not significantly impact overall satisfaction. Additionally, a non-functional charging port was noted by one user but didn't overshadow their positive impression of the journey.

Buses ETM Santiago Puerto Varas recent customer reviews

Big, comfy lie flat seats at the front. The bus left 5 or 10 minutes late and arrived about 10 minutes late. Charging port didn't work. Other than that, everything was great.

Jared C.

August 15, 2024

The bus was punctual and the workers were all super professional.

Anirudh V.

December 16, 2024

was perfect

Romana M.

November 28, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,050 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Buses Fierro

4/562 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

According to 18 reviews, Buses Fierro received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the wifi. Buses Fierro ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00

Buses Fierro Santiago Puerto Varas recent customer reviews

The information about luggage was misleading and stressful. There was no over head locker and even if there had been we were not given the dimensions . Also the loader made a comment about the size of our case, standard for airline travel and weighting 18kg but the information stated max 30kg and dice not important but another gave a maximum which we were well within. The journey was as quick and acceptabl Comfortable. Our seats were downstairs at the front right in front of the flashing sign telling us who the driver was and our speed. Not really important for passengers. Also ghastly movie on the screen right in front of us. However, for the price, efficient travel arrived early.

Kay T.

February 8, 2024

Buses Fierro met my expectations but there is room for improvement. No one wants to watch a violent movie late at night when everyone is trying to sleep. The light and sound of the movie kept me awake. Also, we arrived to our destination an hour later than planned. Overall, the trip was fine.

Ella B.

May 19, 2018

DEPARTURE: Santiago Terminal Sur Thursday, April 20, 2017, 7:45 PM San Francisco de Borja 199-225 Santiago, Estación Central Región Metropolitana, Chile Peguei táxi para o endereço San Francisco... e não tinha os balcões da Ferro bus lá. Tive que andar 4 quarteirões pra chegar no local pra retirar as passagens. Por favor alterar o endereço.

Carlos P.

April 21, 2017

Lago Sur

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.3

Thaebus

4/539 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Thaebus ticket prices on this trip start at $16.00

Thaebus Santiago Puerto Varas recent customer reviews

The bus was nowhere to be seen. There was nobody in the office at the station- the only company without a representative.

Emily R.

February 17, 2025

Comfortable, clean (especially the toilet - so much cleaner than other bus services!).

Erin L.

December 8, 2017

I missed the bus because the bus station screen said the bus was delayed for an hour and a half after the bus had already left. When I finally found the office to ask them about the bus they told me it left on time and they couldn't do anything for me because the problem with the screen was not their fault. The man said he could only get me a bus 24hrs later, which would have meant that I would have missed 1 of my 2 1/2 days of my trip. He didn't offer to help me find another way to get there at all or seem apologetic about the situation. In the end I had to buy two more bus tickets to get to my destination.

Erin L.

April 23, 2017

Cruz del Sur

4/57,859 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi1.3

Nar Bus

4/549 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3.3

buses TranSantin

4/5261 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.9

Queilen Bus

4/5118 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2

Andesmar

3.5/52,065 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1

Buses García

3.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

Buses Linatal

4/530 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Pullman Tur

4/565 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.9

Buses Jet Sur

3.5/570 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4

Wifi0.9

Buses Expreso Del Sur

Buses Erbuc

3.5/52 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Buses Talca París & Londres

4.5/533 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

Buses JC Chile

Bus Norte

3.5/537 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0

CL bus companies: FlixBus, Via Tac, Andesmar, Cruz del Sur, CATA Internacional, buses TranSantin, ETM

Santiago to Puerto Varas Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Santiago and Puerto Varas?

Stops in Santiago

A - San Borja

B - Terminal Sur

C - Terminal ETM

D - Terminal Los Héroes

E - Santiago

F - Pajaritos

Stops in Puerto Varas

A - Terminal Cruz del Sur de Puerto Varas

B - Terminal de Buses de Puerto Varas

C - Terminal Tur Bus de Puerto Varas

D - Parada de Autobus Gimnacio Digeder

E - Paradero Puerto Varas

F - Terminal Puerto Varas

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago, CL - Puerto Varas

Is there a way to reach Puerto Varas from Santiago without flying?
How long does it take to get to Puerto Varas from Santiago by bus?
What is the distance between Santiago and Puerto Varas?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santiago to Puerto Varas?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Santiago to Puerto Varas?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

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

Best price found

06/12

$16

06/13

$18

Today

$16

06/15

$16

06/16

$16

06/17

$18

06/18

$39

06/19

$43

The cheapest trip from Santiago to Puerto Varas was searched and found on Jun 14, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $79 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Puerto Varas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-06-15.

Usually ETM, Buses Fierro 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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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 Puerto Varas but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santiago to Puerto Varas, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santiago to Puerto Varas.

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

Did you know?

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!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Is there a way to reach Puerto Varas from Santiago without flying?

How long does it take to get to Puerto Varas from Santiago by bus?

What is the distance between Santiago and Puerto Varas?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Santiago to Puerto Varas?

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