Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ossa varas, carvallo 970 | San Borja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Parada de Autobuses de Caldera | San Borja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | San Borja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | San Borja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cruce Caldera R5 | San Borja | No tags |
Get from Caldera to Santiago
The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Caldera and Santiago?
Stops in Caldera
- A
Parada de Autobuses de Caldera
Edwards 320, Caldera, III Región, Chile - B
Terminal Caldera
Gallo 150-274, Caldera, III Región, Chile - C
Parada de Autobuses de Cruce Caldera
Panamericana Norte 539, Caldera, III Región, Chile - D
Parada de Autobus Caldera
Ducble Almeyda 28, Caldera, III Región, Chile - EOssa Varas; Carvallo 744-828, Caldera, Atacama, Chile
Stops in Santiago
- A
San Borja
San Francisco de Borja 199-225, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile - BSantiago - Av Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 3850, Santiago, Estación Central, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- CTucapel Jiménez 21, 8340528 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- DPdte. Riesco 6391-6399, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- EAv. Gral. Oscar Bonilla 418, Lo Prado, Región Metropolitana, Chile
- F
Zapadores
Los Zapadores 608, Recoleta, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Caldera to Santiago, CL by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Caldera to Santiago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Caldera to Santiago start from $51. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Caldera to Santiago?
The average bus travel time from Caldera to Santiago is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 711 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Caldera to Santiago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Buses Paravias, Pluss Chile.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Caldera to Santiago?
The earliest bus departs from Caldera to Santiago at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Caldera to Santiago?
A bus trip from Caldera to Santiago generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Caldera to Santiago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 81 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Caldera to Santiago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Buses Paravias has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Caldera to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pluss Chile, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Caldera to Santiago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pluss Chile, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Caldera to Santiago, CL was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Caldera to Santiago, CL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $73 for a bus ticket from Caldera to Santiago, CL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-02.
