How much does a bus ticket from Cartagena to Maicao cost?

The bus ticket price from Cartagena to Maicao starts at R 365. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cartagena to Maicao 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 Cartagena to Maicao?

The average travel time between Cartagena and Maicao is around 8h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 368 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cartagena and Maicao?

The number of buses from Cartagena to Maicao can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cartagena to Maicao?

When taking the bus from Cartagena to Maicao, you can travel comfortably and safely with Unitransco, Expreso Brasilia, Copetran.

Bus from Cartagena to Maicao from R 350 | Compare & Save up to 21%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cartagena to Maicao on 11 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	05:28	Terminal Maicao	CheapestFastest
Bus	18:15	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	02:45	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	20:30	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	05:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	19:30	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	04:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	21:30	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	06:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	20:00	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	04:30	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	22:15	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 45m	07:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Next departures from Cartagena to Maicao on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 30m	16:00	Terminal Maicao	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	02:00	Terminal Maicao	Fastest
Bus	22:00	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	05:28	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	09:30	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 30m	17:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	05:00	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	13:30	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	05:45	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	14:15	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	06:30	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	15:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	07:15	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	15:45	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Next departures from Cartagena to Maicao on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:30	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 30m	16:00	Terminal Maicao	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	02:00	Terminal Maicao	Fastest
Bus	22:00	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	05:28	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	09:30	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 30m	17:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	05:00	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	13:30	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	05:45	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	14:15	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	06:30	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	15:00	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	07:15	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 30m	15:45	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:26 PM -05.

Get from Cartagena to Maicao

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 365, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

8h 30mAverage duration

370 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Unitransco

3/5734 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Expreso Brasilia

3/51 920 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi1.3

Based on 1920 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at R 460

Expreso Brasilia Cartagena Maicao recent customer reviews

Arrive Two hours lete to the passengers terminal of Cartagena and many stops during trip!

Javier B.

31 January 2020

excelente serivico

Olga L.

27 April 2018

Copetran

3/51 011 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.4

Almirante Padilla S.A.

1.5/5200 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness1.9

WiFi0.2

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5623 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi1.4

Berlitur

Sotracor S.A.

CO Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Cartagena and Maicao?

Stops in Cartagena

A - Terminal de Cartagena

Stops in Maicao

A - Terminal Maicao

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cartagena, CO to Maicao by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cartagena to Maicao cost?
The bus ticket price from Cartagena to Maicao starts at R 365. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cartagena to Maicao 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 Cartagena to Maicao?
The average travel time between Cartagena and Maicao is around 8h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 368 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cartagena and Maicao?
The number of buses from Cartagena to Maicao can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cartagena to Maicao?
When taking the bus from Cartagena to Maicao, you can travel comfortably and safely with Unitransco, Expreso Brasilia, Copetran.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/11

R 358

10/11

R 357

Today

R 357

12/11

R 358

13/11

R 358

14/11

No data

15/11

R 350

16/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Cartagena, CO to Maicao was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 350

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

You can expect to pay from R 350 to R 423 for a bus ticket from Cartagena, CO to Maicao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 350, which is on 2025-11-15.

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.