What is the cheapest way to get from Concepción to Arica?

The cheapest way to get from Concepción to Arica is to bus via Talca which costs $65 - $130 and takes 38h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Concepción to Arica?

The fastest way to get from Concepción to Arica is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $110 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Concepción and Arica?

No, there is no direct bus from Concepción to Arica. However, there are services departing from Terminal Collao and arriving at Terminal Rodoviario de Arica via Terminal Alameda - Turbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 55m.

How far is it from Concepción to Arica?

The distance between Concepción and Arica is 2090 km. The road distance is 2511.3 km.

How do I travel from Concepción to Arica without a car?

The best way to get from Concepción to Arica without a car is to bus which takes 36h 55m and costs $55 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Concepción to Arica?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Concepción to Arica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Concepción to Arica bus from?

Concepción to Arica bus services, operated by Pullman Tur, depart from Terminal Collao station.

Bus or fly from Concepción to Arica?

The best way to get from Concepción to Arica is to fly which takes 6h 14m and costs $110 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $170 and takes 36h 55m.

Where does the Concepción to Arica bus arrive?

Concepción to Arica bus services, operated by Pullman Tur, arrive at Terminal Sur de Santiago station.

Can I drive from Concepción to Arica?

Yes, the driving distance between Concepción to Arica is 2511 km. It takes approximately 29h 11m to drive from Concepción to Arica.

How do I get a bus ticket from Concepción to Arica?

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Where can I stay near Arica?

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Concepción to Arica - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Concepción to Arica by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI)plane CCP - ARI
6h 14m
$116–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Collao to Terminal Sur de Santiagobus Santiago
2. Take the bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus Santiago
36h 55m
$59–169
Drive 2,511.3 km
1. Drive from Concepción to Aricacar 2,511.3 km
29h 11m
$310–448
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal Collao to Terminal del Centrobus
2. Take the train from Chillán to Estacion Central Alamedatrain
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus
37h 23m
$65–166
Bus via Talca
1. Take the bus from Concepción to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varolibus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli to Terminal San Borjabus
3. Take the bus from Batuco to Peaje Las Vegasbus
4. Take the bus from Peaje Las Vegas to Terminal Rodoviario de Aricabus
38h 5m
$70–128

Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) flights

8Weekly Planes

5h 8mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,090.3 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Concepción, Chile and Arica, Chile?

JetSMART and LATAM Chile fly from Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) to Chacalluta Arica Airport (ARI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Collao to Terminal Rodoviario de Arica via Terminal Sur de Santiago and Terminal Alameda - Turbus in around 36h 55m.

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