How to travel from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso, Chile

The distance between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso is around 1,055km (655 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 4h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ValparaísoPuerto Varas if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Puerto Montt (PMC) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Valparaíso.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    $175($175)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Santiago - Alameda Terminal and then to Valparaíso.

  • Duration13h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    $41($41)
Operated by

Turbus

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Valparaíso.

  • Duration10h 45m
  • Distance1,124km (698 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso

There are several options for getting from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $25 and will take around 14h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $175.

The distance between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso is around 1,055km (655 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 928km (576 miles)

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Puerto Varas and Valparaíso by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx $175.

The cheapest way to travel between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $25 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso. We recommend that you fly from Puerto Montt (PMC) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Valparaíso. instead which will take 4h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Puerto Varas and Valparaíso. It typically takes around 13h 30m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 14h 55m.

Turbus, Pullman Bus Costa Central, Condor Bus, E.T.M., Bus Norte and Pullman Bus run regular bus services between Puerto Varas and Valparaíso. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 13h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso. We recommend that you fly from Puerto Montt (PMC) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Valparaíso. instead which will take 4h 35m.

The closest major airport to Valparaíso is Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) (SCL) which is approximately 86km (54 miles) from Valparaíso. La Florida Airport (LSC) (LSC) and Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) (CCP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Puerto Varas and Valparaíso. The distance is around 1,124km (698 miles) by road and it will take around 10h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around $175.

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Compare travel optionsbetween Puerto Varas and Valparaíso

Transport options from Puerto Varas to Valparaíso
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus + 2 similar
4h 35m
$175($175)
every 15 mins1,081km (672 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 15m
$110($110)
every 20 mins1,055km (655 miles)
Bus to Valdivia, plane6h 50m
$110($110)
twice daily1,084km (674 miles)
Bus + 2 similar
13h 30m
$41($41)
every 4 hours1,132km (703 miles)
Bus via Santiago - Terminal Sur13h 30m
$51($51)
every 4 hours1,126km (700 miles)
Bus to Valparaiso14h 55m
$25($25)
once daily1,131km (703 miles)
Drive
10h 45m
$115($115)
on demand1,124km (698 miles)

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Airports near Valparaíso

The following major airports near Valparaíso offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Chile and internationally.

SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL)
International Airport
Distance
86km (54 miles) from Valparaíso
LSC
La Florida Airport (LSC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
350km (218 miles) from Valparaíso
CCP
Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP)
International Airport
Distance
435km (270 miles) from Valparaíso