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TodayApr 26
from $6
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Santiago,RegionMetropolitana,Chile
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Cruz
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Cruz
    Operated by: AndimarAndimar
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $6
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Santiago,RegionMetropolitana,Chile
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Cruz
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Cruz
    Operated by: AndimarAndimar
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $6
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Santiago,RegionMetropolitana,Chile
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Cruz
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Cruz
    Operated by: AndimarAndimar
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $8
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Cruz
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Cruz
    Operated by: Buses TranSantinBuses TranSantin
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $8
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Santiago
    Departure location: Terminal Sur
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Santa Cruz
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Cruz
    Operated by: Buses Jet SurBuses Jet Sur
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $7
Bus Santiago to Santa Cruz: Trip Overview

Bus Santiago to Santa Cruz: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$6
Average bus trip duration2h 50m
Number of daily buses34
Earliest bus departure6:10 AM
Distance92 miles (148 km)
Latest bus departure8:59 PM

Santiago to Santa Cruz Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures34
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:10AM - 8:59PM
Minimum Price$5
Average Ticket Price$6
Minimum Trip Duration2h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h50m
Distance92 miles (148 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteBuses Andimar, buses TranSantin, Buses JetSur, Buses Jet Sur
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago - Santa Cruz

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Santa Cruz without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Santiago to Santa Cruz takes around 2h 50m, but you can get there in as little as 2h 50m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 95 miles (153 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Santiago and Santa Cruz is 95 miles (153 km).

About 34 buses travel this route daily, provided by Buses Andimar, buses TranSantin and Buses JetSur. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Santiago to Santa Cruz may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Santiago to Santa Cruz a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 6:10 AM and 8:59 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Santiago to Santa Cruz start their journey at Terminal Sur and wind up at Terminal Santa Cruz. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $3.

You can expect to pay around $6 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $3 and $11, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, a day trip from Santiago to Santa Cruz is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 5h 40m. So you'll have enough time to visit Santa Cruz before returning to Santiago in the evening.

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The cheapest trip from Santiago to Santa Cruz was searched and found on Apr 30, 2024 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $7 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Santa Cruz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2024-04-30.

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 Santa Cruz.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Santiago to Santa Cruz that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santiago to Santa Cruz 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 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.

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