What is the cheapest way to get from Caldera to Santiago?

The cheapest way to get from Caldera to Santiago is to bus which costs $11 - $85 and takes 12h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caldera to Santiago?

The fastest way to get from Caldera to Santiago is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Caldera and Santiago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Caldera and arriving at Terminal Sur de Santiago. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Caldera to Santiago?

The distance between Caldera and Santiago is 718 km. The road distance is 862.8 km.

How do I travel from Caldera to Santiago without a car?

The best way to get from Caldera to Santiago without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs $11 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Caldera to Santiago?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Caldera to Santiago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caldera to Santiago bus from?

Caldera to Santiago bus services, operated by Turbus, depart from Terminal Caldera station.

Bus or fly from Caldera to Santiago?

The best way to get from Caldera to Santiago is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $30 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $85 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Caldera to Santiago bus arrive?

Caldera to Santiago bus services, operated by Turbus, arrive at Terminal Sur de Santiago station.

Can I drive from Caldera to Santiago?

Yes, the driving distance between Caldera to Santiago is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 53m to drive from Caldera to Santiago.

Where can I stay near Santiago?

There are 3351+ hotels available in Santiago.

Caldera to Santiago - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Caldera to Santiago by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Chamonate Airport (CPO) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL)plane CPO - SCL
3h 36m
$33–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Caldera to Terminal Sur de Santiagobus Caldera
12h 25m
$11–85
Drive 862.8 km
1. Drive from Caldera to Santiagocar 862.8 km
9h 53m
$107–154
Bus via Illapel
1. Take the bus from Caldera to Terminal de Buses Plaza De Abastosbus Salamanca / ...
2. Take the bus from Illapel to Terminal San Borjabus Santiago
14h 57m
$41–75

Caldera to Santiago by bus

21Weekly Buses

12h 25mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 718 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Caldera, Atacama Region, Chile and Santiago, Chile?

Sky Airline and LATAM Chile fly from Chamonate Airport (CPO) to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Turbus operates a bus from Terminal Caldera to Terminal Sur de Santiago twice daily. Tickets cost $27–85 and the journey takes 12h 25m. Expreso Norte also services this route once daily.

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