Bus from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riohacha to Santa Marta on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Riohacha Bus Station
Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco AgencyCheapestFastest
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Riohacha Bus Station
Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco AgencyNo tags
UnitranscoBus
    Riohacha Bus Station
    Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco AgencyNo tags
    Expreso BrasiliaBus
    Riohacha Bus Station
    Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco AgencyNo tags
    UnitranscoBus
      Riohacha Bus Station
      Santa Marta Expreso Brasilia Mamatoco AgencyNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:06 AM -05.

      Get from Riohacha to Santa Marta

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      63bus per day
      2h 45mAverage Duration
      143 kmDistance
      4kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riohacha 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.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Riohacha to Santa Marta start from $19. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Riohacha to Santa Marta?

        The average bus travel time from Riohacha to Santa Marta is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.

      3. Which bus companies service the Riohacha to Santa Marta route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 63 buses available per day, including services from Unitransco, Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A..

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

        The earliest bus departs from Riohacha to Santa Marta at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

        A bus trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta generates an estimated 4 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 Riohacha 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.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.

      8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riohacha 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.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riohacha 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.

      Best price found
      11-27
      $19
      11-28
      $20
      Today
      $18
      11-30
      $23
      12-01
      $19
      12-02
      No data
      12-03
      $23
      12-04
      $19
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $18

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

      You can expect to pay from $18 to $27 for a bus ticket from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-04.

      Usually Unitransco 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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