The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago to Temuco
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 1 m
Buses per day
12
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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 12 buses that leave Santiago for Temuco on Fri, May 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 612 km distance in an average of 8 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
FlixBus7:30 AM8h30Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja4:00 PMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 AM8h55Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja4:25 PMTemuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM7h50Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:20 AMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM8h20Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:20 AMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM8h45Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:45 AMTemuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco)€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM7h50Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja6:20 AMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM7h50Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:20 AMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM7h55Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:55 AMTemuco, Terminal Rodoviario€241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM8h15Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja5:45 AMTemuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco)€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM8h15Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja6:45 AMTemuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco)€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 612 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m 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, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h55 | 3:55 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h30 | 3:30 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 5:20 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h45 | 5:45 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h50 | 5:20 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h15 | 5:45 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h55 | 5:55 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h20 | 6:20 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 7h50 | 6:20 AM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h15 | 6:45 AM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h30 | 4:00 PM Temuco, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Santiago, Terminal de Buses San Borja | 8h55 | 4:25 PM Temuco, Caupolicán (Easy Temuco) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Sky Airline, Turbus, Pullman Bus or Pullman Tur to find the best option for your trip from Santiago to Temuco.
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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 4h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 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 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sky Airline, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Pullman Tur, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Jac from Santiago to TemucoYou can travel by bus between Santiago to Temuco with FlixBus, Sky Airline, Turbus, Pullman Bus, Pullman Tur, Andesmar, Flixbus Chile, Jac for as low as €7. 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.

- Sky Airline
- Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested 48 hours before flight
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sky Airline
- Free cancellation within 24 hours of booking if flight is more than 7 days away. After that, fees apply based on fare type.
- 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.
- Sky Airline
- 1 carry-on bag (45x35x25cm) max 10kg
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sky Airline
- 23kg checked baggage available for purchase
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sky Airline
- Dogs and cats allowed in cabin and cargo hold, must be in approved carrier
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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Popular bus stations from Santiago to Temuco
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