According to 31 reviews, Copetran received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at US$38
Copetran Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews
I caught a Copetran bus in Bogota to take me to Santa Marta. The trip was supposed to take just under 16 hours. So, I caught it in the evening, planning to sleep all night and then take in some scenery in the morning before arriving in SM. When I woke up, I found we were nowhere near our destination. We were almost 7 hours late!
- no one acknowledged the extended trip, let alone apologized for it
-the ac was extra-freezing
-the bathrooms smelled terrible and had no running water or soap!!
-no wi-fi
1 out of 5 stars
Emily Y.
Bus was comfortable. However the journey was 10 hours longer than scheduled. Not good at all
2 out of 5 stars
Sam B.
A very long bus ride to not be provided with a meal. No toilet paper, soap or water by midnight on the journey. Only one charging point that my next door neighbour commandeered for the entire journey. Just average overall.
According to 17 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access, but some complained about the timeliness. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Expreso Brasilia Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews
Journey was timely and the bus was fairly comfortable. Staff were helpful at the bus station. Only negative point, the toilet had no water and did not flush which was very unpleasant on a 19 hour journey
4 out of 5 stars
Violet C.
I bought a ticket for the 10am buss to santa marta and got to the terminal on time only to find out that they didnt have any busses leaving until 3pm. I specifically bought a bus for 10am because i had plans in santa marta for mid day the next day. Needless to say i missed a meeting with a client who was quit upset. Not too impressed. There was no delay, there just were not any busses leaving at 10...
2 out of 5 stars
Wilson S.
Your service is horrible. The drivers are very negligent always driving by the illegal side. Their attitude was hostile and permit ambulatory seller at the bus disturbing us. And finally never the driver put sanitary paper at the bathroom. And they make more than ten stop and by this reason the trip was over 19 hours, when the ticket said 16 and a half hours.
According to 18 reviews, Berlinas del Fonce received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the timeliness. Berlinas del Fonce ticket prices on this trip start at US$36
Berlinas del Fonce Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews
The bus was clean and the people nice. But: the seats where uncomfortable, the bus ac was turned to freezing and bevore we even started we had a delay of 45 minutes. Due to traffic and frequent sops the 45 minutes turned in to 4,5 hours...
1 out of 5 stars
Simon W.
Expected 3 seats per row (there were 4 seats per row), so it was more cramped.
Passengers smoked in the toilets.
The bus left Bogotá at least 30 minutes late.
According to 17 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access, but some complained about the timeliness. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Expreso Brasilia Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews
Journey was timely and the bus was fairly comfortable. Staff were helpful at the bus station. Only negative point, the toilet had no water and did not flush which was very unpleasant on a 19 hour journey
4 out of 5 stars
Violet C.
I bought a ticket for the 10am buss to santa marta and got to the terminal on time only to find out that they didnt have any busses leaving until 3pm. I specifically bought a bus for 10am because i had plans in santa marta for mid day the next day. Needless to say i missed a meeting with a client who was quit upset. Not too impressed. There was no delay, there just were not any busses leaving at 10...
2 out of 5 stars
Wilson S.
Your service is horrible. The drivers are very negligent always driving by the illegal side. Their attitude was hostile and permit ambulatory seller at the bus disturbing us. And finally never the driver put sanitary paper at the bathroom. And they make more than ten stop and by this reason the trip was over 19 hours, when the ticket said 16 and a half hours.
Based on 623 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Rapido Ochoa ticket prices on this trip start at US$72
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Expreso del Sol ticket prices on this trip start at US$38
Based on 72 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. Omega ticket prices on this trip start at US$39
Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Continental BUS ticket prices on this trip start at US$38
Flota Aguila offers 1 daily buses from Bogotá to Santa Marta. Though the average price for this trip is US$46, you can find tickets starting at US$46. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 1551.
Based on 2181 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Bolivariano ticket prices on this trip start at US$45
Based on 84 reviews, the company was rated 1.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Rápido Tolima ticket prices on this trip start at US$101
Based on 2 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Transsander ticket prices on this trip start at US$47
Based on 51 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Flota Magdalena ticket prices on this trip start at US$89
A good way to travel this route is with Cotrans buses. The company offers 5 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at US$70 and the shortest trip taking about 2340. Cotrans gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. AutoBoy ticket prices on this trip start at US$49
A good way to travel this route is with Concorde buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at US$41 and the shortest trip taking about 1830. Concorde gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Based on 136 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Empresa Arauca ticket prices on this trip start at US$77
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Where are the popular stops in Bogotá and Santa Marta?
Stops in Bogotá
A - Bogotá - Terminal del Sur
Terminal del Sur, Cl. 57n Bis Sur #75f-32, Bogotá, Colombia
Frequently asked questions on the trip Bogotá - Santa Marta, CO
How much does a bus ticket from Bogotá to Santa Marta cost?
The bus ticket price from Bogotá to Santa Marta starts at US$36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bogotá to Santa Marta is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
The average travel time between Bogotá and Santa Marta is around 19h, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 739 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bogotá and Santa Marta?
The number of buses from Bogotá to Santa Marta can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
When taking the bus from Bogotá to Santa Marta, you can travel comfortably and safely with Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
Buses travelling between Bogotá and Santa Marta leave from Bogotá - Terminal del Sur or Bogotá (Terminal Salitre) and arrive at Terminal Santa Marta.
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The cheapest trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$50 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-11-06.
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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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bogotá to Santa Marta.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bogotá to Santa Marta.
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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The cheapest trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$35
