How to get from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo
There are 3 ways to get from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~55 min). By bus it's about 6 h 15 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 298 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 55 min | 298 km | Airlines: Sky Airline |
Bus | 6 h 15 minestimated | 387 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 4 h 35 minestimated | 387 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Copiapo y La Serena-Coquimbo dura aproximadamente 55 min (298 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 6 h 15 min. En auto son unos 387 km por ruta, cerca de 4 h 35 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~55 min, by bus ~6 h 15 min and by car ~4 h 35 min.
Are there flights from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Copiapo–La Serena-Coquimbo route is operated by Sky Airline (may vary). The flight takes about 55 min and covers about 298 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo?
Flying is much faster (~55 min vs ~6 h 15 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Copiapo to La Serena-Coquimbo?
It's about 387 km by road, roughly 4 h 35 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Copiapo and La Serena-Coquimbo?
In a straight line it's about 298 km between Copiapo and La Serena-Coquimbo.
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