Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses de Valdivia | Talcahuano | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses de Valdivia | Talcahuano | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Buses de Valdivia | Talcahuano | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:29 PM -03.
Get from Valdivia to Talcahuano
The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Valdivia and Talcahuano?
Stops in Valdivia
- AAnfión Muñoz 308-398, Valdivia, Región de los Ríos, Chile
Stops in Talcahuano
- A
Alto Horno, 777
Alto Horno 777, Talcahuano, Región del Bío Bío, Chile - BLatorre 11 , Talcahuano, Región del Bío Bío, Chile
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Valdivia, CL to Talcahuano 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 Valdivia to Talcahuano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Valdivia to Talcahuano start from $30. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Valdivia to Talcahuano?
The average bus travel time from Valdivia to Talcahuano is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 343 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 1m and is operated by ETM.
Which bus companies service the Valdivia to Talcahuano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ETM, buses TranSantin.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Valdivia to Talcahuano?
The earliest bus departs from Valdivia to Talcahuano at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valdivia to Talcahuano?
A bus trip from Valdivia to Talcahuano generates an estimated 9 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 Valdivia to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ETM, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 431 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Valdivia to Talcahuano?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ETM has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Valdivia to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ETM, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Valdivia to Talcahuano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ETM, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Valdivia, CL to Talcahuano was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Valdivia, CL to Talcahuano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $41 for a bus ticket from Valdivia, CL to Talcahuano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-04.
