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Bus Rio de Janeiro to Santiago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$266
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 15h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:00pm
Distance2926 km

Rio de Janeiro to Santiago Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rio de Janeiro - Santiago

  1. How long is the trip from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago by bus?

    The trip from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago will take on average 2d 15h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d 15h.

  2. What is the travel distance from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago?

    The distance between Rio de Janeiro and Santiago is around 2918 km (1809 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Novo Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, and end it at Terminal Sur, in Santiago.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Santiago from Rio de Janeiro; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$266, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago?

    Taking the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago costs on average US$266.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Rio de Janeiro until 1:00pm and reaching Santiago on the following day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rio de Janeiro and Santiago!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Santiago, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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