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

The cheapest way to get from Santiago to Talca is to train which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santiago to Talca is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago and Talca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal San Borja and arriving at Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Santiago and Talca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Estacion Central Alameda and arriving at Talca. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Santiago to Talca?

The distance between Santiago and Talca is 252 km. The road distance is 255.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santiago to Talca without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $2 - $4.

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

The train from Estacion Central Alameda to Talca takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Santiago to Talca bus from?

Santiago to Talca bus services, operated by Buses Talca, Paris & Londres (TPL), depart from Terminal San Borja station.

Where do I catch the Santiago to Talca train from?

Santiago to Talca train services, operated by EFE Trenes de Chile, depart from Estacion Central Alameda station.

Train or bus from Santiago to Talca?

The best way to get from Santiago to Talca is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $75 and takes 3h.

Where does the Santiago to Talca bus arrive?

Santiago to Talca bus services, operated by Buses Talca, Paris & Londres (TPL), arrive at Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli station.

Where does the Santiago to Talca train arrive?

Santiago to Talca train services, operated by EFE Trenes de Chile, arrive at Talca station.

Can I drive from Santiago to Talca?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago to Talca is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Santiago to Talca.

Where can I stay near Talca?

There are 104+ hotels available in Talca.

Santiago to Talca - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santiago to Talca by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Estacion Central Alameda to Talcatrain Estación Central
2h 49m
$2–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varolibus Santiago-Talca
3h
$6–75
Drive 255.6 km
1. Drive from Santiago to Talcacar 255.6 km
2h 35m
$32–46

Santiago to Talca by train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.8 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Santiago, Chile and Talca, Chile?

EFE Trenes de Chile operates a train from Estacion Central Alameda to Talca 4 times a day. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, Buses Talca, Paris & Londres (TPL) operates a bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $9–16 and the journey takes 3h. 10 other operators also service this route.

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