How long does it take from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto by metro?

The journey from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto takes approximately 62 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 24.43 km across 14 stops.

What is the metro fare from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto?

The token fare from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto 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 Einstein for Plaza de Puente Alto?

At Einstein, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards El Bosque. Look for the electronic board showing "El Bosque".

What is the last train from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto?

The last train from Einstein towards El Bosque departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Plaza de Puente Alto back towards Einstein departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Einstein to Plaza de Puente Alto?

There are 14 stops between Einstein and Plaza de Puente Alto on the Línea 2. The stations are: Einstein, Cementerios, Cerro Blanco, Patronato, Puente Cal y Canto, Santa Ana.

Einstein To Plaza de Puente Alto

ShortestShortest Route

Einstein

Platform 1·underground·Línea 2Towards El Bosque

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

Cementerios

+3.05 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Cerro Blanco

+6.1 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Patronato

+9.15 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Puente Cal y Canto

+12.2 min

3.05 min · 1.4 km

Santa Ana

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground7 km

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

interchange Santa Ana — 5 min

Platform 1 · Línea 5 ·Platform 3 Towards Plaza de Maipú

+5 min

Santa Ana

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 5Towards Plaza de Maipú

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

Plaza de Armas

+4.14 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Bellas Artes

+8.28 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Ñuble

purple interchange

+20.7 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Rodrigo de Araya

+24.84 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Vicuña Mackenna

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14 km

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

interchange Vicuña Mackenna — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 4 ·Platform 1 Towards Tobalaba

+5 min

Vicuña Mackenna

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 4Towards Tobalaba

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

Vicente Valdés

green interchange

+3.63 min

3.63 min · 1.72 km

Plaza de Puente Alto

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.43 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

62 min

Total time

stops

24.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Einstein	05:00	23:00	Towards El Bosque
Plaza de Puente Alto	06:00	23:00	Towards Einstein

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

3.30 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.51 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~98 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$156

Auto

$324

Cab

$588

Estimates for 24.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

San PabloLos Dominicos

Línea 2

Vespucio NorteEl Bosque

Línea 2

TobalabaPlaza de Puente Alto

Línea 2

Plaza de MaipúVicente Valdés

Línea 2

Departure station

Einstein

underground

Einstein, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Plaza de Puente Alto

underground

Plaza de Puente Alto, Santiago, Chile

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Plaza de Puente Alto exit 1· Plaza de Puente Alto area♿

Plaza de Puente Alto exit 2· Plaza de Puente Alto area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines