Santiago to Valparaíso by train
Valparaíso lies 103 km (64 mi) north-west of Santiago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 28 min at the speeds typical of Chile rail, over roughly 125 km (78 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Santiago | Valparaíso | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 4.8 million | 282,448 |
| Elevation | 556 m (1,824 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Stations on record | Estación Matucana | Estación Francia, Estación Portales, Estación Bellavista |
| Postal codes | 8320000 | 2340000 |
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Common questions
How far is Valparaíso from Santiago?
103 km (64 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Santiago; by road roughly 125 km (78 mi).
How long does it take to get from Santiago to Valparaíso by train?
About 1 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santiago and Valparaíso?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.