Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal San Gil | Terminal Santa Marta | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | San Gil Avenida Santander | SANTA MARTA | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:25 AM -05.
Get from San Gil to Santa Marta
The journey takes about 13 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Gil and Santa Marta?
Stops in San Gil
- ASocorro Santander #26-96 a 26-222, San Gil, Santander, Colombia
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 San Gil, CO 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 San Gil to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Gil to Santa Marta start from $44. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 San Gil to Santa Marta?
The average bus travel time from San Gil to Santa Marta is 13h 31m, covering a distance of 532 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the San Gil to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Omega.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Gil to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from San Gil to Santa Marta at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Gil to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from San Gil to Santa Marta generates an estimated 13 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 San Gil to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Brasilia, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 1922 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Gil to Santa Marta?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Omega has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Gil to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Omega, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Gil to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Copetran, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 San Gil, CO to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Gil, CO to Santa Marta, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $52 for a bus ticket from San Gil, CO to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-29.
