Bus from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Medellin to Santa Marta on January 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal Santa MartaCheapest
Rápido OchoaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal Santa MartaFastest
Rápido OchoaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal Santa MartaNo tags
Expreso BrasiliaBus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal Santa MartaNo tags
Expreso Brasilia + Rápido Ochoa
Bus
Terminal del Norte
Terminal Santa MartaNo tags

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Get from Medellin to Santa Marta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
17h 30mAverage Duration
354 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Santa Marta start from $46. The average price for this route is around $69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Medellin to Santa Marta is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 354 miles (571 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.

  3. Which bus companies service the Medellin to Santa Marta route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa, Copetran, Omega, Coomotor, Rápido Tolima, Bolivariano, Gomez Hernandez.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Santa Marta at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    A bus trip from Medellin to Santa Marta generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Gomez Hernandez, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Gomez Hernandez has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Gomez Hernandez, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Medellin to Santa Marta?

    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.

Best price found
01/22
$55
01/23
$57
Today
$57
01/25
$57
01/26
$69
01/27
$55
01/28
$55
01/29
$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $69 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-01-29.

Usually Rapido Ochoa 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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