How long does it take from Bellas Artes to Franklin by metro?

The journey from Bellas Artes to Franklin takes approximately 25 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 9.4 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bellas Artes to Franklin?

The token fare from Bellas Artes to Franklin 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 Bellas Artes for Franklin?

At Bellas Artes, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Vicente Valdés. Look for the electronic board showing "Vicente Valdés".

What is the last train from Bellas Artes to Franklin?

The last train from Bellas Artes towards Vicente Valdés departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Franklin back towards Bellas Artes departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Bellas Artes to Franklin?

There are 5 stops between Bellas Artes and Franklin on the Línea 5. The stations are: Bellas Artes, Baquedano, Parque Bustamante, Ñuble.

Bellas Artes To Franklin

ShortestShortest Route

Bellas Artes

Platform 1·underground·Línea 5Towards Vicente Valdés

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

Baquedano

red interchange

+4.14 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Parque Bustamante

+8.28 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Ñuble

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6 km

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

interchange Ñuble — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 6 ·Platform 3 Towards Cerrillos

+5 min

Ñuble

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 6Towards Cerrillos

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Bío Bío

+3.59 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

Franklin

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bellas Artes	05:00	23:00	Towards Vicente Valdés
Franklin	06:00	23:00	Towards Bellas Artes

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

1.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.58 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~38 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$66

Auto

$142

Cab

$256

Estimates for 9.4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Bellas Artes

underground

Bellas Artes, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Franklin

underground

Franklin, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Franklin exit 1· Franklin area♿

Franklin exit 2· Franklin area♿

Franklin exit 3· Franklin area♿

Franklin exit 4· Franklin area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access