The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santiago to Chillán
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago to Chillán is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago to Chillán will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santiago for Chillán every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 374 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago to Chillán
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago to Chillán among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 374 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £40 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santiago to Chillán bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago to Chillán coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:00 Santiago | 4h55 | 03:55 Chillán | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
FlixBus | 12:30 Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 4h50 | 17:20 Chillán, Terminal de Buses María Teresa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago to Chillán
Buses from Santiago to Chillán run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 374 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 374 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Flixbus Chile, Red Movilidad from Santiago to ChillánYou can travel by bus between Santiago to Chillán with FlixBus, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Flixbus Chile, Red Movilidad for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santiago to Chillán coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago to Chillán by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chillán, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Chillán, Terminal de Buses María Teresa, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Santiago and Chillán
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