Bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Transportation Terminal
Terminal de CartagenaCheapestFastest
Berlinas del FonceBus
    Transportation Terminal
    Terminal de CartagenaNo tags
    CopetranBus
    Transportation Terminal
    Terminal de CartagenaNo tags
    Expreso BrasiliaBus
    Transportation Terminal
    Terminal de CartagenaNo tags
    CopetranBus
    Transportation Terminal
    Terminal de CartagenaNo tags

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    Get from Bucaramanga to Cartagena

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    17bus per day
    14hAverage Duration
    447 kmDistance
    11kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena start from $36. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      The average bus travel time from Bucaramanga to Cartagena is 14h, covering a distance of 447 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.

    3. Which bus companies service the Bucaramanga to Cartagena route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce, Transsander, Omega, Bolivariano, Cotranal.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      The earliest bus departs from Bucaramanga to Cartagena at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      A bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 165 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Transsander, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Transsander, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-27
    $36
    11-28
    $36
    Today
    $36
    11-30
    $36
    12-01
    $48
    12-02
    $47
    12-03
    $52
    12-04
    $52
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $36

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $36 to $58 for a bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-30.

    Usually Expreso Brasilia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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