The Flecha del Sur Train

The service was inaugurated in the 1950s as part of an effort to improve national connectivity. It functioned as a primary transit artery during the mid-to-late 20th century before the decline of passenger rail in Chile.

The service traversed the central valley and southern regions, terminating at the Puerto Montt station, which served as the gateway to the Los Lagos Region.

The Flecha del Sur was a long-distance passenger train service managed by the Chilean state railway company, Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado (EFE).

It played a critical role in the socio-economic development of southern Chile by providing a reliable link to the capital, facilitating both commerce and passenger mobility across diverse geographic zones.

The service operated on the longitudinal rail network of Chile. By prioritizing speed and reducing stop frequency, it functioned as an express service compared to standard regional trains.