Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | San Borja | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | San Borja | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | San Borja | Ossa varas, carvallo 970 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Borja | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Borja | Cruce Caldera - Av. Diego Almeyda | No tags |
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Get from Santiago to Caldera
The journey takes about 12 hours and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santiago and Caldera?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santiago, CL to Caldera 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 Santiago to Caldera?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santiago to Caldera start from $30. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Santiago to Caldera?
The average bus trip duration from Santiago to Caldera is 12h, covering a distance of 441 miles (711 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Pullman San Andres.
Which bus companies service the Santiago to Caldera route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Pullman San Andres, Buses Paravias, Pluss Chile.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santiago to Caldera?
The earliest bus departs from Santiago to Caldera at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santiago to Caldera?
A bus trip from Santiago to Caldera generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santiago to Caldera?
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 Santiago to Caldera?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Buses Paravias has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santiago to Caldera?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Santiago to Caldera?
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 Santiago, CL to Caldera was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago, CL to Caldera, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $46 for a bus ticket from Santiago, CL to Caldera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Buses Paravias will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
