The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santiago to Valdivia
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago to Valdivia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago to Valdivia will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 4 buses that leave Santiago for Valdivia every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 744 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 5 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.
FlixBus07:3011h05Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja18:35Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£171One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja07:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja06:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja08:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja07:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja06:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:3010h25Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja08:55Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus07:3011h05Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja18:35Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia)£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Santiago to Valdivia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago to Valdivia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 744 km
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santiago to Valdivia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago to Valdivia coaches for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 23:30 Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 10h25 | 09:55 Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 00:30 Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 10h25 | 10:55 Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:30 Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 10h25 | 11:55 Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 11h05 | 21:35 Valdivia, Terminal de Buses Valdivia (Terrapuerto Valdivia) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santiago to Valdivia by coach or flight
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Why should you book Santiago to Valdivia coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Andesmar, Flixbus Chile or Red Movilidad to find the best option for your trip from Santiago to Valdivia.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santiago to Valdivia.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santiago to Valdivia.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago to Valdivia
Buses from Santiago to Valdivia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 744 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 744 km |
Average bus duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 06:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Red Movilidad from Santiago to ValdiviaYou can travel by bus between Santiago to Valdivia with FlixBus, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Red Movilidad for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Andesmar
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FAQs: Santiago to Valdivia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago to Valdivia 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 Valdivia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

