How long does it take from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile by metro?

The journey from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile takes approximately 26 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 9.71 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile?

The token fare from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile 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 Cristóbal Colón for Universidad de Chile?

At Cristóbal Colón, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Tobalaba. Look for the electronic board showing "Tobalaba".

What is the last train from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile?

The last train from Cristóbal Colón towards Tobalaba departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Universidad de Chile back towards Cristóbal Colón departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Cristóbal Colón to Universidad de Chile?

There are 7 stops between Cristóbal Colón and Universidad de Chile on the Línea 4. The stations are: Cristóbal Colón, Tobalaba.

Cristóbal Colón To Universidad de Chile

ShortestShortest Route

Cristóbal Colón

Platform 2·underground·Línea 4Towards Tobalaba

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

Tobalaba

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.71 km

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

interchange Tobalaba — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards San Pablo

+5 min

Tobalaba

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards San Pablo

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

Los Leones

purple interchange

+2.94 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Pedro de Valdivia

+5.86 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Salvador

+11.72 min

2.94 min · 1.34 km

Baquedano

green interchange

+14.64 min

2.92 min · 1.33 km

Universidad de Chile

Arrive Platform 2·underground8 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

9.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cristóbal Colón	05:00	23:00	Towards Tobalaba
Universidad de Chile	05:00	23:00	Towards Cristóbal Colón

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

1.31 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.60 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~39 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$68

Auto

$146

Cab

$264

Estimates for 9.71 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

San PabloLos Dominicos

Línea 4

Vespucio NorteEl Bosque

Línea 4

TobalabaPlaza de Puente Alto

Línea 4

Plaza de MaipúVicente Valdés

Línea 4

Departure station

Cristóbal Colón

underground

Cristóbal Colón, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Universidad de Chile

underground

Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines