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TodayDec 7
from $35
TomorrowDec 8
from $26
SatDec 9
from $24
SunDec 10
from $34
MonDec 11
from $23
TueDec 12
from $23
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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

9:00PM
11h
8:00AM
Santiago - Terminal Sur
Cheapest
Valdivia - Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Cheapest
9:45PM
10h15m
8:00AM
Santiago - Terminal Sur
2nd Cheapest
Valdivia - Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
2nd Cheapest
8:30PM
8h53m
5:23AM
Santiago - Terminal Sur
Fastest
Valdivia - Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Fastest
8:30PM
9h40m
6:10AM
Santiago - Terminal Sur
Valdivia - Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
9:15PM
9h45m
7:00AM
Santiago - Terminal ETM
Valdivia - Terminal de Buses de Valdivia
Bus Santiago to Valdivia: Trip Overview

Bus Santiago to Valdivia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33
Average bus trip duration10h 30m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure7:45 AM
Distance461 miles (743 km)
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Santiago to Valdivia Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses27
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:45AM - 11:59PM
Minimum Price$23
Average Ticket Price$33
Minimum Trip Duration8h33m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h30m
Distance461 miles (743 km)
Bus Companies on This Routebuses TranSantin, Nar Bus, Bus Norte, Andesmar, Via Tur
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Santiago - Valdivia

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Valdivia without flying. 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 Valdivia is about 10h 30m, but you can get there in as little as 8h 33m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 466 miles (751 km) that separate the two cities.

Santiago and Valdivia are 466 miles (751 km) apart.

About 27 buses travel this route daily, provided by buses TranSantin, Nar Bus and Bus Norte. The number of buses from Santiago to Valdivia can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Santiago to Valdivia 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 7:45 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:59 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Santiago to Valdivia leave from Terminal Sur and arrive at Terminal de Buses de Valdivia. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $18.

The bus ticket costs $33 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $18 to $81, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Santiago to Valdivia. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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.

Best price found
12/05
$23
12/06
$31
Today
$34
12/08
$26
12/09
$23
12/10
$33
12/11
$22
12/12
$22
The cheapest trip from Santiago to Valdivia was searched and found on Dec 11, 2023 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $76 for a bus ticket from Santiago to Valdivia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2023-12-11.

Usually ETM, Andes Mar Limitada 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santiago and Valdivia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santiago to Valdivia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Valdivia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

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Bus from Valdivia to Santiago

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