Santiago’s metro system, a cornerstone of urban transportation for the Chilean capital’s over seven million residents[[1]], is undergoing continued development to address the demands of a growing metropolitan area[[1]].While commuters won’t see new lines or stations open in 2026, substantial work is underway on future expansions, most notably line 7. This project is anticipated to significantly reduce travel times and improve connectivity across several key communities beginning in 2028.
02 Jan. 2026 – 20:00 hrs.
Santiago’s metro system, a vital transportation network for the Chilean capital, is preparing for continued expansion to meet the needs of a growing population. While no new lines or stations are slated to open in 2026, significant progress is being made on future projects, including Line 7, which promises to dramatically reduce commute times for residents across multiple communities.
The metro currently serves approximately 2 million passengers daily, making its ongoing development crucial for maintaining efficient urban mobility. Future projects aim to extend the network’s reach and alleviate congestion.
Will Santiago’s Metro Add New Stations or Lines in 2026?
Metro officials have confirmed that no new lines or stations are scheduled to open in Santiago’s metro system in 2026. The most anticipated addition, Line 7, is expected to begin operations in 2028, benefiting an estimated 1.6 million people, according to the official metro website.
Line 7 will connect Renca with Vitacura in just 37 minutes – a nearly 50% reduction from the current 75-minute travel time. The new 26-kilometer route will significantly improve connectivity for commuters.
Beyond Renca and Vitacura, the project will also serve Cerro Navia, Quinta Normal, Santiago, Recoleta, Providencia, and Las Condes, with at least one of the line’s 19 stations located in each community. The planned stations are as follows:
- Station 1: at the intersection of Vicuña Mackenna Avenue and Brasil Avenue.
- Station 2: between Vicuña Mackenna and José Miguel Infante Avenue.
- Station 3: between Salvador Gutiérrez and R. Petersen.
- Station 4: between Mapocho and Huelén.
- Station 5: at the intersection of Mapocho and Neptuno.
- Station 6: at Mapocho and Radal.
- Station 7: between Mapocho and Walker Martínez.
- Station 8: Mapocho and Matucana.
- Station 9: Mapocho and Ricardo Cumming Avenue.
- Station 10: connection with Lines 3 and 2 at Puente Cal y Canto.
- Station 11: connection with Lines 5 and 1 at Baquedano.
- Station 12: connection with Line 1 at Pedro de Valdivia.
- Station 13: connection with Line 6 at the intersection of Vitacura Avenue and Isidora Goyenechea Avenue.
- Station 14: between Vitacura Avenue and Las Catalpas.
- Station 15: at the intersection of Américo Vespucio Avenue and Alonso de Córdoba.
- Station 16: between Cerro Colorado and Rosario Norte.
- Station 17: at the intersection of Presidente Kennedy Avenue and Gerónimo de Alderete.
- Station 18: at Presidente Kennedy Avenue and Padre Hurtado.
- Station 19: at Presidente Kennedy Avenue and Estoril.
