6th Workshop on Nonperturbative Aspects of QCD

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: 

Centropuerto

Operating 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 Aeropuerto

Operating 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 Mar

By Bus:

• Route: Take the Line 214 bus, which connects Viña del Mar to Valparaíso. 

• Boarding: You can catch this bus at various stops in Viña del Mar.

• Duration: Approximately 12 minutes.

• Fare: Around CLP $500–$800.

• Note: Ensure the bus is heading towards Valparaíso and confirm with the driver that it stops near UTFSM. Rome2RioWikipedia+1sipaim.org+1sipaim.org

By Metro:

• Route: Board the Valparaíso Metro (Merval) at the Viña del Mar station.

• Disembark: Get off at Estación Portales.

• Walk: From Estación Portales, it's about a 12-minute uphill walk to the university. 

• Fare: Between CLP $410–$864, depending on distance and time of day. 

• Note: You'll need a Metroval card, which can be purchased at metro stations. WikipediaWikipedia+3sipaim.org+3Wikipedia+3

By Taxi:

• Duration: Approximately 6 minutes.

• Fare: Around CLP $7,000–$10,000. 

• Note: Taxis are readily available throughout Viña del Mar. Rome2Rio

🚍 From Ibis Hotel in Valparaíso

By Bus:

• Route: Take the Line 101 bus towards the university. 

• Boarding: There are multiple stops near the Ibis Hotel; consult local signage or a transit app for the nearest one.

• Duration: Approximately 14 minutes.

• Fare: Around CLP $500–$800.

• Note: Confirm with the driver that the bus stops near UTFSM. Rome2RioWikipediasipaim.org

By Metro:

• Route: Board the Valparaíso Metro (Merval) at the Puerto station.

• Disembark: Get off at Estación Portales.

• Walk: From Estación Portales, it's about a 12-minute uphill walk to the university. 

• Fare: Between CLP $410–$864, depending on distance and time of day. 

• Note: Ensure you have a Metroval card for travel. WikipediaWikipedia+3sipaim.org+3Wikipedia+3

By Taxi:

• Duration: Approximately 6 minutes.

• Fare: Around CLP $4,000–$6,000. 

• Note: Taxis can be hailed on the street or booked via local apps.

Additional Tips

• Transit Apps: Consider using apps like Moovit or Rome2Rio to get real-time transit information and directions.

• Payment: For buses, it's advisable to have small change available. For the metro, ensure your Metroval card is loaded with sufficient funds.

Safety: While Valparaíso is generally safe, always stay aware of your surroundings, especially when traveling at night.