TerraSur

As Terrasur the long-distance trains of the Chilean Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado, Santiago de Chile are designated according to Chillán.

The trains go 400 km and need 4 ½ hours. Keep in Rancagua, San Fernando, Curico, Talca, San Javier, Linares, Parral, San Carlos. Are mainly used vehicles by type UTF -444, which were acquired by the Spanish RENFE.

Operation commenced under this title in 2001. Currently run 3-5 trains a day. Under the title Expreso Maule still drives a pair of trains, the section from Santiago to Linares. The trains reach places, the maximum for the type of vehicle speed of 140 km / h, making it among the fastest passenger trains in South America.

The trains are occupied during the trip with a lot of staff. Each of the three cars of electric trains is individually catered for, added Schaffner, cleaning and Bistro staff.

After the earthquake of 27 February 2010, the train service was stopped and taken one and a half years later, again in full length, but with reduced train services.