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

The cheapest way to get from Santiago to Tumbes is to bus via Terminal Sur de Santiago which costs $120 - $210 and takes 3 days 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Santiago to Tumbes is to fly which takes 9h 53m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago and Tumbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Santiago to Tumbes. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Borja and arriving at Tumbes via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

How far is it from Santiago to Tumbes?

The distance between Santiago and Tumbes is 3488 km. The road distance is 4516.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Santiago to Tumbes without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 14h and costs $240 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Santiago to Tumbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santiago to Tumbes bus from?

Santiago to Tumbes bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal San Borja station.

Bus or fly from Santiago to Tumbes?

The best way to get from Santiago to Tumbes is to fly which takes 9h 53m and costs $180 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $310 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Santiago to Tumbes bus arrive?

Santiago to Tumbes bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte station.

What is the time difference between Santiago and Tumbes?

Tumbes is 2h behind Santiago. It is currently 11:59 PM in Santiago and 9:59 PM in Tumbes.

Can I drive from Santiago to Tumbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago to Tumbes is 4517 km. It takes approximately 2 days 11h to drive from Santiago to Tumbes.

Where can I stay near Tumbes?

There are 36+ hotels available in Tumbes.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Tumbes (TBP)plane SCL - TBP
9h 53m
$180–563
Bus via Terminal Sur de Santiago
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tumbesbus Lima
3d 1h
$126–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Borja to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Cúcuta
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tumbesbus Lima
2d 14h
$246–310
Drive 4,516.9 km
1. Drive from Santiago to Tumbescar 4,516.9 km
2d 11h
$679–981
Bus via Terminal Sur de Santiago #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sur de Santiago to Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Nortebus Lima
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte to Tumbesbus Lima
3d 8h
$126–205

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Tumbes (TBP) flights

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8h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,487.7 km
Duration: 9h 53m

What companies run services between Santiago, Chile and Tumbes, Peru?

LATAM Chile, Sky Airline, and JetSMART fly from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) to Tumbes (TBP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal San Borja to Tumbes via Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte in around 2d 14h.

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