How to get from La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo
There are 3 ways to get from La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo: 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 La Serena-Coquimbo y Copiapo 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 La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo?
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 La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the La Serena-Coquimbo–Copiapo 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 La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo?
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 La Serena-Coquimbo to Copiapo?
It's about 387 km by road, roughly 4 h 35 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between La Serena-Coquimbo and Copiapo?
In a straight line it's about 298 km between La Serena-Coquimbo and Copiapo.
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