How much is the bus ticket from Santa Marta to El Banco?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to El Banco start from $15. The average price for this route is around $18. 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 Santa Marta to El Banco?

The average bus trip duration from Santa Marta to El Banco is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 154 miles (247 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to El Banco route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Rapido Ochoa , Almirante Padilla S.A. , Unitransco .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to El Banco?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to El Banco at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco?

A bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco generates an estimated 6 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 Santa Marta to El Banco?

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 625 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to El Banco?

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 Santa Marta to El Banco?

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 Santa Marta to El Banco?

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.

Bus Santa Marta to El Banco from $15 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Santa Marta to El Banco on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Expreso Brasilia + Unitransco	Bus	8:30pm	Terminal Santa Marta	8h 30m	5:00am	Terminal El Banco	No tags
Unitransco + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	8:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	9h	5:00am	Terminal El Banco	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	3h 30m	12:30pm	Terminal El Banco	No tags
	Bus	2:30pm	Terminal Santa Marta	6h	8:30pm	Terminal El Banco	No tags
	Bus	5:30pm	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 59m	10:29pm	Terminal El Banco	No tags

Get from Santa Marta to El Banco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

154 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and El Banco?

Stops in Santa Marta

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Terminal Santa Marta
Cra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Stops in El Banco

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Terminal El Banco
Cl. 10, El Banco, Magdalena, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Copetran

3/51,014 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,922 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5625 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.5

Almirante Padilla S.A.

1.5/5202 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.2

Unitransco

3/5740 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

CO bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, 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 Santa Marta to El Banco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to El Banco start from $15. The average price for this route is around $18. 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 Santa Marta to El Banco?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Marta to El Banco is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 154 miles (247 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to El Banco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A., Unitransco.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to El Banco?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to El Banco at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco generates an estimated 6 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 Santa Marta to El Banco?
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 625 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to El Banco?
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 Santa Marta to El Banco?
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 Santa Marta to El Banco?
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.

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11/27

$15

11/28

$15

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$15

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$15

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The cheapest trip from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $15

To 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 El Banco, CO, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $15 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-30.