The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago to Temuco
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 56 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago to Temuco is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago to Temuco will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 14 buses that leave Santiago for Temuco on Fri, Feb 06, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 612 km distance in an average of 7 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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 bus and flight for Santiago to Temuco
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santiago to Temuco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 612 km
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santiago to Temuco bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago to Temuco buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:30 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h40 | 7:10 PM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h10 | 6:40 PM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h50 | 8:20 PM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 8:50 PM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 10:50 PM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h50 | 10:20 PM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 6:20 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h45 | 6:45 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:00 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h45 | 8:45 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 8:20 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 9:35 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h55 | 9:10 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago to Temuco
Buses from Santiago to Temuco run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 612 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 612 km |
Average bus duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Pullman Tur, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Jac from Santiago to TemucoYou can travel by bus between Santiago to Temuco with FlixBus, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Pullman Tur, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Jac for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santiago to Temuco
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago to Temuco by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Temuco, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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