Santiago to San Rafael by train
San Rafael lies 249 km (155 mi) south-east of Santiago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Chile and Argentina rail, over roughly 304 km (189 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Santiago | San Rafael | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Argentina |
| Population | 4.8 million | 118,009 |
| Elevation | 556 m (1,824 ft) | 690 m (2,264 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Argentina/Mendoza) |
| Stations on record | Estación Matucana | San Rafael train station |
| Postal codes | 8320000 | 4427–5753 |
What changes when you arrive in San Rafael
Crossing from Chile into Argentina: money changes from the Peso to the Peso (ARS); sockets are AS/NZS 3112, Euro; the dialling code becomes +54; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Where to book trains from Santiago to San Rafael
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Staying in San Rafael
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Common questions
How far is San Rafael from Santiago?
249 km (155 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Santiago; by road roughly 304 km (189 mi).
How long does it take to get from Santiago to San Rafael by train?
About 3 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santiago and San Rafael?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in San Rafael?
The Peso (ARS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.