How much is the bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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 449 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia .

Which bus companies service the Bucaramanga to Cartagena route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Berlinas del Fonce , Transsander , Omega , Bolivariano .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bucaramanga to Cartagena at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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.

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 167 reviews.

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 2.4.

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.

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.

Bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena starting at $37 | Compare & Save up to 44%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Transportation Terminal	16h 10m	9:10pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 20m	12:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 20m	12:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 50m	3:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 20m	12:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 50m	3:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 20m	12:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 50m	3:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 20m	12:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Transportation Terminal	16h 50m	3:20pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No 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 $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

14hAverage Duration

449 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bucaramanga and Cartagena?

Stops in Bucaramanga

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Transportation Terminal
Terminal De Transportes De Bucaramanga, Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia
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Stops in Cartagena

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Terminal de Cartagena
Tv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Copetran

3/51,029 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Based on 1029 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $43

Copetran Bucaramanga Cartagena recent customer reviews

Very good drivers, always give tips to the drivers if they are good, it's a hard job. WiFi not working almost all trip.

Sergii S.

March 16, 2019

Super comfortable ride

Julian O.

August 23, 2017

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,954 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Berlinas del Fonce

4/5167 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Transsander

4/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Omega

3/575 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.7

Bolivariano

3.5/52,215 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

CO bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

How much is the bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena start from $38. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
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 449 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Bucaramanga to Cartagena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce, Transsander, Omega, Bolivariano.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
The earliest bus departs from Bucaramanga to Cartagena at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
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.
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 167 reviews.
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 2.4.
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.
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

01-12

$55

01-13

$43

Today

$43

01-15

$44

01-16

$37

01-17

$39

01-18

$40

01-19

$39

The cheapest trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $37

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 $37 to $59 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 $37 which is on 2026-01-16.

Usually Berlinas del Fonce 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.