Valparaíso to Puerto Montt by train
Puerto Montt lies 945 km (587 mi) south of Valparaíso, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 13 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Chile rail, over roughly 1,153 km (716 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Valparaíso | Puerto Montt | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 282,448 | 245,902 |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Stations on record | Estación Francia, Estación Portales, Estación Bellavista | Puerto Montt railway station |
| Postal codes | 2340000 | 5480000 |
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Common questions
How far is Puerto Montt from Valparaíso?
945 km (587 mi) in a straight line, south of Valparaíso; by road roughly 1,153 km (716 mi).
How long does it take to get from Valparaíso to Puerto Montt by train?
About 13 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valparaíso and Puerto Montt?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.