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Medellin to Cartagena Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Medellin and Cartagena?

The distance between these two places is a total of 396 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Medellin and Cartagena?

The average travel time between the stations is 11:20 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Medellin to Cartagena?

The ticket prices begin from £20.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Medellin to Cartagena?

The average number of daily departures is 40. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Medellin to Cartagena?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Medellin to Cartagena?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Medellin to Cartagena by bus?

To travel from Medellin to Cartagena by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Medellin and Cartagena?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Medellin?

The first bus departs at 05:00, and the last bus departs at 23:30.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Medellin to Cartagena?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Medellin to Cartagena Route Overview

Medellin to Cartagena bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 40 daily bus departures available, including 33 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Medellin at 05:00h, arriving at Cartagena at 12:00h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:30h, arriving at 13:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Medellin, Colombia

Arrival station and country Cartagena, Colombia

Travel Distance 396 mi

Average Trip Duration 11h 20min

Total Departures 40

Popular Operators Flota La Macarena, Rapido Ochoa

Lowest Price £20

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Medellin to Cartagena:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

07:00 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

21:00 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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05:30 Medellin

15h 40min

DIRECT

21:10 Cartagena

Rapido Ochoa

from 53.56 HRK

Best offer on 18. Jul

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06:30 Medellin

14h 5min

DIRECT

20:35 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 51.21 HRK

Best offer on 18. Jul

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08:30 Medellin

14h 5min

DIRECT

22:35 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 51.21 HRK

Best offer on 18. Jul

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13:00 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

03:00 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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Traveling by coach from Medellin to Cartagena

The shortest travel distance between Medellin and Cartagena is 396 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 06:00 has a travel time of 07:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 15:40h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Cartagena earlier, there are 33 overnight coaches from Medellin to Cartagena. The overnight coaches depart between 11:00 and 23:30 and arrive between 01:05 and 13:00 the same day. Below are the most popular night departures to Cartagena:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

13:00 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

03:00 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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15:45 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

05:45 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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17:30 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

07:30 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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19:30 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

09:30 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

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21:30 Terminal Del Norte Medellin

14h 0min

11:30 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 45.2202 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 02. May

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Medellin to Cartagena route

There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

Flota La Macarena

Rapido Ochoa

5.6 Expreso Brasilia

Unitransco

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Medellin or Cartagena coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Medellin

You can see information about the departure station and stops Medellin here

Cartagena

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Cartagena here

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £20 (One-Way) or £40 (Return).

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Other popular destinations from Medellin

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Medellin, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:

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Other popular destinations from Cartagena

If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Cartagena, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:

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