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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal Monteria | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal Monteria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal Monteria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal Monteria | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal Monteria | No tags |
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Get from Santa Marta to Montería
The journey takes about 9 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just R 551, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and Montería?
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 Santa Marta, CO to Montería by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Marta to Montería?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to Montería start at R 551. The average price for this route is around R 855. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Marta to Montería?
The average bus journey time from Santa Marta to Montería is 9h 1m, covering a distance of 332 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h and is operated by Rapido Ochoa.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Montería route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco, Rapido Ochoa, Copetran, Almirante Padilla S.A..
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to Montería?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Montería at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to Montería?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to Montería produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Marta to Montería?
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 626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to Montería?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Marta to Montería?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Marta to Montería?
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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Marta, CO to Montería was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 530To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Marta, CO to Montería as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 530 to R 803 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to Montería based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 530, which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually Unitransco, 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.
