How long does it take from Franklin to Tobalaba by metro?

The journey from Franklin to Tobalaba takes approximately 30 minutes by Santiago Metro, covering 11.54 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Franklin to Tobalaba?

The token fare from Franklin 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 Franklin for Tobalaba?

At Franklin, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Cerrillos. Look for the electronic board showing "Cerrillos".

What is the last train from Franklin to Tobalaba?

The last train from Franklin towards Cerrillos departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Tobalaba back towards Franklin departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Franklin to Tobalaba?

There are 7 stops between Franklin and Tobalaba on the Línea 6. The stations are: Franklin, Bío Bío, Ñuble, Estadio Nacional, Ñuñoa, Inés de Suárez, Los Leones.

Franklin To Tobalaba

ShortestShortest Route

Franklin

yellow 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

Ñuble

green interchange

+7.18 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

Ñuñoa

+14.36 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

Inés de Suárez

+17.95 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

Los Leones

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.2 km

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

interchange Los Leones — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards San Pablo

+5 min

Los Leones

purple interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards San Pablo

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

Tobalaba

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.34 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

11.54 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Franklin	06:00	23:00	Towards Cerrillos
Tobalaba	06:00	23:00	Towards Franklin

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

1.56 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.72 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~46 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$800

Bike

$80

Auto

$168

Cab

$304

Estimates for 11.54 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

San PabloLos Dominicos

Línea 6

Vespucio NorteEl Bosque

Línea 6

TobalabaPlaza de Puente Alto

Línea 6

Plaza de MaipúVicente Valdés

Línea 6

Departure 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

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