Reaching Chile by Land or Sea

By Land

Borders

Chile shares a border with Argentina (6,691 km), Bolivia (942 km), and Peru (171 km).

From Neighboring Countries

Regardless of the country, there are border crossings to and from Chile.

• From/to Argentina: Except in the far south, there are numerous crossings between the two countries, though these require crossing the Andes (some passes close in winter). One of the most popular routes connects Mendoza to Santiago de Chile.

• From/to Bolivia: Several border points in northern Chile, as well as the option to travel by train with the bi-weekly Ferroviaria Andina service, which runs from Uyuni to Avaroa in Bolivia before continuing to Chile and Calama.

• From/to Peru:

By Sea

Ferries

Cargo

Chilean ports like Valparaíso, Antofagasta, and Arica are easily accessible by cargo ship.

Cruises

Sailboats