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

The cheapest way to get from Talca to Santiago is to train which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Talca to Santiago is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Talca and Santiago?

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

Is there a direct train between Talca and Santiago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Talca and arriving at Estacion Central Alameda. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Talca to Santiago?

The distance between Talca and Santiago is 252 km. The road distance is 255.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Talca to Santiago without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $2 - $4.

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

The train from Talca to Estacion Central Alameda takes 2h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Talca to Santiago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Talca to Santiago train from?

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

Train or bus from Talca to Santiago?

The best way to get from Talca to Santiago is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $40 and takes 3h.

Where does the Talca to Santiago bus arrive?

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

Where does the Talca to Santiago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Talca to Santiago?

Yes, the driving distance between Talca to Santiago is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Talca to Santiago.

How do I get a bus ticket from Talca to Santiago?

Book your Talca to Santiago bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Santiago?

There are 3180+ hotels available in Santiago.

Talca to Santiago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Talca to Santiago by train, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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 Talca to Estacion Central Alamedatrain Chillán
2h 51m
$2–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli to Terminal San Borjabus Santiago-Talca
3h
$8–40
Drive 255.2 km
1. Drive from Talca to Santiagocar 255.2 km
2h 36m
$32–46
Bus via Curicó
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli to Curicóbus Talca
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses de Curicó to Terminal Sur de Santiagobus Santiago
4h 19m
$10–24

Talca to Santiago by train

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Distance: 251.8 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

EFE Trenes de Chile operates a train from Talca to Estacion Central Alameda twice daily. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, Buses Talca, Paris & Londres (TPL) operates a bus from Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli to Terminal San Borja every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $9–15 and the journey takes 3h. Eight other operators also service this route.

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