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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Medellín Bus Station | Terminal de Buses de Salento | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Medellín Bus Station | Terminal de Buses de Salento | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:03 AM -05.
Get from Medellin to Salento
The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Medellin and Salento?
Stops in Medellin
- AMedellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
- B
Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Stops in Salento
- A
Parada de Autobus Salento
Cl. 7 #5-1 a 5-89, Salento, Quindío, Colombia
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Travelers have praised the bus service for its comfort, cleanliness, and punctuality. Many appreciated the spacious seating with ample legroom and friendly staff. However, some reviews noted discrepancies in journey times due to multiple unplanned stops or construction delays. Issues like leaking air conditioning and mismatched seat assignments were also mentioned by a few passengers. Overall, travelers found their experiences mostly positive despite occasional hiccups during trips.
Flota Occidental Medellin Salento recent customer reviews
Bus was not comfortable and the WiFi did not work. Seats were stiff and didn’t have seatbelts. Was hard to get comfortable in the bus. Rápido Ochoa has significantly better budded in all respects.
David G.
So we safely arrived at Salento but sadly there was no Wifi onboard although it's said in the booking. Throughout the drive it started raining and not only outside... no through the ceilingwindow also wich was just above us...
Nathanael Sebastian S.
The bus was very spacious, clean and comfortable. There were toilets and TV screens too.
Kay M.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Medellin to Salento 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 Medellin to Salento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Salento start from $24. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Medellin to Salento?
The average bus trip duration from Medellin to Salento is 6h, covering a distance of 109 miles (176 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Flota Occidental.
Which bus companies service the Medellin to Salento route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Medellin to Salento?
The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Salento at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Salento?
A bus trip from Medellin to Salento generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Medellin to Salento was searched and found on Jan 2, 2026 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Medellin to Salento, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $26 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Salento based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-01-03.
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