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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 Santa Marta | Terminal La Apartada | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal La Apartada | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal La Apartada | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:28 AM -05.
Get from Santa Marta to La Apartada
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and La Apartada?
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 Santa Marta, CO to La Apartada 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 La Apartada?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to La Apartada start from $39. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 La Apartada?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Marta to La Apartada is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 355 miles (572 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 5m and is operated by Unitransco.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to La Apartada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Rapido Ochoa, Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to La Apartada?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to La Apartada at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to La Apartada?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to La Apartada generates an estimated 14 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 La Apartada?
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 La Apartada?
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 La Apartada?
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 La Apartada?
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 La Apartada was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $41To 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 La Apartada, as early as possible.
Usually 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.
