Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Maicao | Terminal Santa Marta | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Maicao Central Bus Station | Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco Agency | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Maicao | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Maicao | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Maicao | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags |
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Get from Maicao to Santa Marta
The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Maicao and Santa Marta?
Stops in Santa Marta
- ACra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Maicao to Santa Marta, 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 Maicao to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Maicao to Santa Marta start from $18. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Maicao to Santa Marta?
The average bus travel time from Maicao to Santa Marta is 4h, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Maicao to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 148 buses available per day, including services from Unitransco, Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A..
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Maicao to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Maicao to Santa Marta at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Maicao to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from Maicao to Santa Marta generates an estimated 5 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 Maicao to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 625 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Maicao to Santa Marta?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Maicao to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Maicao to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Maicao to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Maicao to Santa Marta, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $26 for a bus ticket from Maicao to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-29.
