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

The cheapest way to get from Santiago to Talcahuano is to bus which costs $13 - $40 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Santiago to Talcahuano is to fly and train which takes 4h 56m and costs $35 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago and Talcahuano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Sur de Santiago and arriving at Terminal Felix Adan. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Santiago to Talcahuano?

The distance between Santiago and Talcahuano is 515 km. The road distance is 501.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Santiago to Talcahuano without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $13 - $40.

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

The bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal Felix Adan takes 7h including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Santiago to Talcahuano bus from?

Santiago to Talcahuano bus services, operated by EME Bus, depart from Terminal Sur de Santiago station.

Where does the Santiago to Talcahuano bus arrive?

Santiago to Talcahuano bus services, operated by EME Bus, arrive at Terminal Felix Adan station.

Can I drive from Santiago to Talcahuano?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago to Talcahuano is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Santiago to Talcahuano.

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

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Where can I stay near Talcahuano?

There are 338+ hotels available in Talcahuano.

Santiago to Talcahuano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Santiago to Talcahuano by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal Felix Adanbus Santiago
7h
$13–40
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Estacion Central Alameda to Chillántrain Estación Central
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Centro to Terminal Collaobus Chillán
7h 47m
$7–29
Drive 501.9 km
1. Drive from Santiago to Talcahuanocar 501.9 km
5h 5m
$62–90
Fly, train
1. Fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP)plane SCL - CCP
2. Take the train from Concepción to El Arenaltrain
4h 56m
$39–67
Bus via Pajaritos Dirección Los Domínicos
1. Take the bus from Terminal Alameda - Turbus to Terminal Felix Adanbus Santiago / ...
7h 50m
$15–76

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) flights

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Distance: 515 km
Duration: 7h

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

EME Bus operates a bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Terminal Felix Adan every 3 hours. Tickets cost $15–24 and the journey takes 7h. Pullman Tur also services this route once daily.

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