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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Riohacha | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Riohacha | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Riohacha | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Riohacha | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Riohacha | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags |
Get from Riohacha to Santa Marta
The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riohacha and Santa Marta?
Stops in Santa Marta
- ACra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riohacha 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Riohacha to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riohacha to Santa Marta start from $13. The average price for this route is around $19. 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 Riohacha to Santa Marta?
The average bus trip duration from Riohacha to Santa Marta is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Riohacha to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A..
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riohacha to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Riohacha to Santa Marta at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Riohacha to Santa Marta?
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 Riohacha to Santa Marta?
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 has the most timely service from Riohacha to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Riohacha 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.
The cheapest trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $18 for a bus ticket from Riohacha to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-28.
Usually Copetran 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.
