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

The cheapest way to get from Santiago to Caldera is to bus which costs $26 - $85 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santiago to Caldera is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago and Caldera?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Sur de Santiago and arriving at Terminal Caldera. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Santiago to Caldera?

The distance between Santiago and Caldera is 720 km. The road distance is 862.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santiago to Caldera without a car is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs $26 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Santiago to Caldera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santiago to Caldera bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Santiago to Caldera?

The best way to get from Santiago to Caldera is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $85 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Santiago to Caldera bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santiago to Caldera?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago to Caldera is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Santiago to Caldera.

Where can I stay near Caldera?

There are 96+ hotels available in Caldera.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Santiago to Caldera 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 Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Chamonate Airport (CPO)plane SCL - CPO
4h 1m
$32–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal Calderabus Santiago
12h 5m
$26–85
Drive 862.6 km
1. Drive from Santiago to Calderacar 862.6 km
9h 52m
$107–154
Bus via Valparaíso
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal de Buses de Viña del Marbus Santiago
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Viña del Mar to Calderabus Valparaíso
15h 15m
$41–76

Santiago to Caldera by bus

35Weekly Buses

12h 5mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santiago to Caldera.

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Distance: 720.3 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Sky Airline and LATAM Chile fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Chamonate Airport (CPO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Turbus operates a bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal Caldera 5 times a day. Tickets cost $26–85 and the journey takes 12h 5m.

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