Lo Prado to La Serena by bus
La Serena lies 397 km (246 mi) north of Lo Prado, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 7 h 22 min including stops, over roughly 484 km (301 mi) of road.
| Lo Prado | La Serena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 104,316 | 154,521 |
| Elevation | 509 m (1,670 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Postal codes | 8980000 | 1700000 |
Where to book buses from Lo Prado to La Serena
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Staying in La Serena
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Common questions
How far is La Serena from Lo Prado?
397 km (246 mi) in a straight line, north of Lo Prado; by road roughly 484 km (301 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lo Prado to La Serena by bus?
About 7 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lo Prado and La Serena?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.