Find coaches from Medellin to Cartagena, CO

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Next departures from Medellin to Cartagena on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rápido Ochoa
    		Terminal del Norte
    		Terminal de CartagenaCheapest
    Rápido Ochoa
      		Terminal del Norte
      		Terminal de CartagenaFastest
      Rápido Ochoa
        		Terminal del Norte
        		Terminal de CartagenaNo tags
        Expreso Brasilia
          		Medellin North Bus Terminal
          		Terminal de CartagenaNo tags
          Expreso Brasilia + Unitransco
            		Medellin North Bus Terminal
            		Terminal de CartagenaNo tags

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            Get from Medellin to Cartagena

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            15bus per day
            14h 5mAverage duration
            459 kmDistance
            11kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Medellin to Cartagena, CO: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$61
            Average bus trip duration14h 5m
            Number of daily buses15
            Earliest bus departure05:00
            Distance459 km
            Latest bus departure23:45

            Medellin to Cartagena Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Medellin - Cartagena, CO

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Medellin to Cartagena cost?

              The bus ticket price from Medellin to Cartagena starts at US$37. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Medellin to Cartagena 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Medellin to Cartagena?

              The average travel time between Medellin and Cartagena is around 14h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 465 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Medellin and Cartagena?

              The number of buses from Medellin to Cartagena can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Medellin to Cartagena by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Medellin to Cartagena?

              When taking the bus from Medellin to Cartagena, you can travel comfortably and safely with Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa, Copetran.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Medellin to Cartagena?

              Buses travelling between Medellin and Cartagena leave from Terminal del Norte or Terminal Norte and arrive at Terminal de Cartagena.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            01/11
            US$39
            02/11
            US$39
            Today
            US$39
            04/11
            US$39
            05/11
            US$39
            06/11
            US$39
            07/11
            US$39
            08/11
            US$39
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$39

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

            You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Cartagena, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-11-04.

            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.

            About Bus Travel

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            The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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