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Santa Marta to Cartagena Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Santa Marta and Cartagena?

The distance between these two places is a total of 142 mi.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 04:52 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Santa Marta to Cartagena?

The price of a bus ticket from Santa Marta to Cartagena ranges from £11 to £14.

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

The average number of daily departures is 49. 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: How many direct buses are there from Santa Marta to Cartagena?

There are 46 from Santa Marta to Cartagena. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta to Cartagena by bus?

To travel from Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta?

The first bus departs at 07:30, and the last bus departs at 21:45.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Santa Marta 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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Santa Marta to Cartagena Route Overview

Santa Marta to Cartagena bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 49 daily bus departures available, including 13 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta at 07:30h, arriving at Cartagena at 13:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 21:45h, arriving at 02:15h the following day.

Departure station and country Santa Marta, Colombia

Arrival station and country Cartagena, Colombia

Travel Distance 142 mi

Average Trip Duration 04h 52min

Total Departures 49

Popular Operators Copetran, Unitransco

Lowest Price £11

Transportation Options Coach, Plane, Minivan

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

09:00 Santa Marta

6h 0min

DIRECT

15:00 Cartagena

Unitransco

from 13.194 HRK

Best offer on 11. Aug

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10:30 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

15:00 Cartagena

Unitransco

from 14.65 HRK

Best offer on 11. Sep

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10:45 Santa Marta

4h 0min

DIRECT

14:45 Cartagena

Unitransco

from 15.06 HRK

Best offer on 20. Aug

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11:30 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

16:00 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 13.194 HRK

Best offer on 11. Aug

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12:00 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

16:30 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 13.2134 HRK

Best offer on 20. Aug

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Traveling by coach from Santa Marta to Cartagena

The shortest travel distance between Santa Marta and Cartagena is 142 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 11:15 has a travel time of 03:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:00h. 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 13 overnight coaches from Santa Marta to Cartagena. The overnight coaches depart between 19:00 and 21:45 and arrive between 00:15 and 03:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Cartagena:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

19:00 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

01:00 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 15.2334 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 08. Aug

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21:00 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

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

Flota La Macarena

from 15.2334 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 08. Aug

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21:00 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

01:30 Cartagena

Unitransco

from 13.2134 HRK

Best offer on 20. Aug

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21:45 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

02:15 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 13.194 HRK

Best offer on 11. Aug

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Bus companies operating the Santa Marta to Cartagena route

There are 8 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.

Copetran

Unitransco

Flota La Macarena

5.6 Expreso Brasilia

Unitransco

Expreso Brasilia

Expreso Almirante Padilla

Copetran

Departure and arrival stations

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

Santa Marta

You can see information about the departure station and stops Santa Marta here

Cartagena

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

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £11 (One-Way) or £22 (Return).

Travel reviews for Santa Marta to Cartagena bus

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Other popular destinations from Santa Marta

If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Santa Marta, 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:

Cartagena - Medellin

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Cartagena - Riohacha

Cartagena - Mompos

Cartagena - Valledupar