Santiago Chile to Arica

Santiago Chile to Arica

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$50
 
 
$128

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Santiago Chile to Arica Schedule

Santiago Chile to Arica Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA18004:50 - 07:31CLP 97,508
Sky Airline Economy 07:54 - 15:52CLP 168,902
Cikbus Elite Sleeper 08:30 - 15:30CLP 66,045
Ramos Cholele Semi Sleeper 11:30 - 18:30CLP 57,750
Pullman San Andress Sleeper 12:30 - 19:30CLP 63,000
Pullman Bus Sleeper 14:00 - 21:00CLP 65,625
Pullman Bus Private Sleeper 17:00 - 00:00CLP 69,258
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA18418:08 - 20:49CLP 109,303
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA19620:40 - 23:19CLP 216,634
Cikbus Elite Sleeper 23:00 - 06:00CLP 66,045

Transportation from Santiago Chile to Arica

Facts about the transport from Santiago Chile to Arica

Cheapest Transport$50
Fastest Transport2h 39m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day22
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCikbus Elite, LATAM Airlines Group, Pullman Bus, Pullman San Andress, Ramos Cholele, Sky Airline

How to get from Santiago Chile to Arica

When you want to get from Santiago Chile to Arica, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 127.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 49.40.

How far is Santiago Chile from Arica?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Santiago Chile to Arica. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 1401 miles (2253 km).

How long does it take to get from Santiago Chile to Arica?

The travel time from Santiago Chile to Arica can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Santiago Chile to Arica?

The cost of the trip from Santiago Chile to Arica varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Cikbus Elite: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 49.40 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 127.78.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Santiago Chile to Arica:

  • Bus tickets - USD 49.40 to USD 72.57;
  • Plane tickets - USD 106.29 to USD 127.78;

How many trips per day are there between Santiago Chile and Arica?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 19 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Santiago Chile to Arica depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Santiago Chile to Arica. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 106.29.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Santiago Chile to Arica

LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline

Buses

Taking a bus from Santiago Chile to Arica is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Santiago Chile to Arica

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Santiago Chile to Arica? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.