How long does it take from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba by metro?

The journey from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba takes approximately 26 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 12 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba?

The token fare from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba is $800. With a smart card the fare is $800 (save $0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's $800.

Which platform at Universidad de Santiago for Tobalaba?

At Universidad de Santiago, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Los Dominicos. Look for the electronic board showing "Los Dominicos".

What is the last train from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba?

The last train from Universidad de Santiago towards Los Dominicos departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Tobalaba back towards Universidad de Santiago departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Universidad de Santiago to Tobalaba?

There are 9 stops between Universidad de Santiago and Tobalaba on the Línea 1. The stations are: Universidad de Santiago, Los Héroes, La Moneda, Universidad de Chile, Baquedano, Salvador, Manuel Montt, Pedro de Valdivia, Los Leones, Tobalaba.

Universidad de Santiago To Tobalaba

ShortestShortest Route

Universidad de Santiago

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Los Dominicos

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Los Héroes

yellow interchange

+2.92 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

La Moneda

+5.84 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Pedro de Valdivia

+20.48 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Los Leones

purple interchange

+23.4 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Tobalaba

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground12 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

12 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Universidad de Santiago	05:00	23:00	Towards Los Dominicos
Tobalaba	06:00	23:00	Towards Universidad de Santiago

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

$800

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

$800

Save $0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

$800

Save $0 per ride

Use your Santiago Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.62 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.74 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$82

Auto

$174

Cab

$314

Estimates for 12 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

San PabloLos Dominicos

Línea 1

Vespucio NorteEl Bosque

Línea 1

TobalabaPlaza de Puente Alto

Línea 1

Plaza de MaipúVicente Valdés

Línea 1

Departure station

Universidad de Santiago

underground

Universidad de Santiago, Santiago, Chile

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Tobalaba

underground

Tobalaba, Santiago, Chile

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Tobalaba exit 1· Providencia♿

Tobalaba exit 2· Providencia♿

Tobalaba exit 3· Providencia♿

Tobalaba exit 4· Providencia♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access