Bus from Medellin to Cúcuta: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Medellin to Cúcuta on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso BolivarianoBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal de CucutaCheapest
OmegaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal de CucutaFastest
CopetranBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal de CucutaNo tags
OmegaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal de CucutaNo tags
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal de CucutaNo tags

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Get from Medellin to Cúcuta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
14h 20mAverage Duration
383 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Medellin to Cúcuta 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 Medellin to Cúcuta?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Cúcuta start from $45. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Medellin to Cúcuta?

    The average bus travel time from Medellin to Cúcuta is 14h 20m, covering a distance of 383 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Medellin to Cúcuta route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Omega, Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Bolivariano, Rápido Tolima, Rapido Ochoa, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Medellin to Cúcuta?

    The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Cúcuta at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Cúcuta?

    A bus trip from Medellin to Cúcuta generates an estimated 10 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 Medellin to Cúcuta?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2190 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Medellin to Cúcuta?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flota Magdalena has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Medellin to Cúcuta?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Medellin to Cúcuta?

    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.

Best price found
11-27
$45
11-28
$52
Today
$45
11-30
$45
12-01
$49
12-02
$49
12-03
$49
12-04
$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Cúcuta was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $79 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Cúcuta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 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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