Location The Federico Santa María University is in the city of Valparaíso, Region of Valparaíso, 120 km to the northwest of Santiago, on the Pacific coast. Valparaiso is recognized as a cultural heritage site due to its historic charm. Nearby is the city of Viña de Mar, the 'Garden City', one of Chile's popular beach resorts, with excellent hotels, restaurants, and shopping areas.
Getting to the region of Valparaíso The region of Valparaiso is connected to the International Airport of Santiago by the Ruta 68 highway. There are several alternatives to get you from the airport to your Hotel in Valparaiso or Viña del Mar:
Shuttle Service (Airport to Viña del Mar or Valparaíso) If you wish to book a shuttle service in advance, please contact ValpoViña at +56 9 9258 6147 / receptivo@valpovinaturismo.cl Below you will find their price list (CLP): TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT
Public Transportation: Airport bus (airport to bus station) + Inter-provincial Bus (bus station to Viña del Mar/Valparaíso) + local taxi or Uber/DiDi. The airport bus stop is located right outside the airport building. There are two service providers:
CentropuertoOperating hours: Airport – Pajaritos bus station: 06:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Mon-Sun), every 15 min service frequency.
Pajaritos bus station – Airport: 06:00 AM – 10:40 PM (Mon-Sun), every 15 min service frequency. Fare: CLP $2.000 (cash only).
TurBus AeropuertoOperating hours: Airport – Pajaritos bus station - Airport: 05:30AM – 10:45 PM (Mon – Sun), every 10-15 min service frequency. Fare: CLP $1.900 (cash only).
“Pajaritos bus station” is the first bus stop (15-20 min. drive) and it is where you will have to get off to make the connection for the next leg of the trip. You should enter the building and buy an inter-provincial bus ticket to Viña del Mar or Valparaiso, in one of the ticket counters located inside (we suggest TurBus or Pullman). The fare is approximately CLP 5000. When entering the bus, please note that your ticket has a seat number (Spanish: "Asiento") assigned to it.
Didi has recently arrived in Chile so if you have the app already, you may purchase your ticket there at a more convenient price.
The trip from Pajaritos to Viña del Mar/Valparaíso takes about 90 minutes. Once you arrive at your destiny, you will find taxis parked right outside of the Bus station. You may also book a ride with Uber or DiDi.
Airport Taxi: There is a 24 hour taxi service from the airport, called "Taxioficial". The transfer cost to Viña de Mar/Valparaíso is CLP $129.000 and can carry up to 3 passengers with luggage. *If You need assistance with booking the shuttle from/to airport, please contact HEPNP 2025 organizing committee and let us know the time of your arrival/departure.
By car: There are several major car rental companies which have their offices in the Airport of Santiago, such as Rentcars and Europcar. The cars are equipped with GPS navigators, so you will easily get to your destination. To reach the Federico Santa María Technical University (UTFSM) campus in Valparaíso from either a hotel in Viña del Mar or the Ibis Hotel in Valparaíso, you have several convenient transportation options: 🚍 From Viña del MarBy Bus:
By Metro:
By Taxi:
🚍 From Ibis Hotel in ValparaísoBy Bus:
By Metro:
By Taxi:
Additional Tips
Safety: While Valparaíso is generally safe, always stay aware of your surroundings, especially when traveling at night. |