What is the cheapest way to get from Santiago to San Clemente?

The cheapest way to get from Santiago to San Clemente is to train which costs $2 - $4 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santiago to San Clemente?

The fastest way to get from Santiago to San Clemente is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct bus from Santiago to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Terminal Sur de Santiago and arriving at San Clemente via Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santiago and San Clemente?

No, there is no direct train from Santiago to San Clemente. However, there are services departing from Estacion Central Alameda and arriving at Talca via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Santiago to San Clemente?

The distance between Santiago and San Clemente is 272 km. The road distance is 273.1 km.

How do I travel from Santiago to San Clemente without a car?

The best way to get from Santiago to San Clemente without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Santiago to San Clemente?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Santiago to San Clemente, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santiago to San Clemente bus from?

Santiago to San Clemente bus services, operated by Buses Altas Cumbres, depart from Terminal Sur de Santiago station.

Where do I catch the Santiago to San Clemente train from?

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

Train or bus from Santiago to San Clemente?

The best way to get from Santiago to San Clemente is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Santiago to San Clemente bus arrive?

Santiago to San Clemente bus services, operated by Buses Altas Cumbres, arrive at Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli station.

Where does the Santiago to San Clemente train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santiago to San Clemente?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago to San Clemente is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Santiago to San Clemente.

Where can I stay near San Clemente?

There are 237+ hotels available in San Clemente.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Estacion Central Alameda to Talcatrain Estación Central
4h 17m
$2–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varolibus Santiago
4h 55m
$10–40
Drive 273.1 km
1. Drive from Santiago to San Clementecar 273.1 km
2h 55m
$34–49
Bus via Curicó
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal de Buses de Curicóbus Santiago
2. Take the bus from Curicó to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varolibus Talca
5h 4m
$8–89

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Distance: 272.5 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Santiago, Chile and San Clemente, Maule Region, 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 Altas Cumbres operates a bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal de Buses Lorenzo Varoli every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $12–18 and the journey takes 3h 27m. Four other operators also service this route.

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