Bogota to Santa Marta Bus

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

The distance between these two places is a total of 954 km.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 18:45 hours.

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

The prices of a bus ticket from Bogota to Santa Marta ranges from €40 to €66.

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

The average number of daily departures is 41. 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 Bogota to Santa Marta?

There are 27 from Bogota to Santa Marta. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Bogota to Santa Marta?

All the buses 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 do I get from Bogota to Santa Marta by bus?

To travel from Bogota to Santa Marta by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Bogota to Santa Marta?

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

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Bogota?

The earliest is at 10:01 and the latest is at 23:30.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Bogota to Santa Marta?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Bogota to Santa Marta Route Summary

Bogota to Santa Marta bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 41 daily bus departures available, including 41 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Bogota bus station at 10:01h, arriving at Santa Marta bus station at 08:01h the following day. While latest bus departs at 23:30h, arriving at 21:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Bogota, Colombia

Arrival station and country Santa Marta, Colombia

Travel Distance 954 km

Average Trip Duration 18h 45min

Total Departures 41

Popular Operators Copetran, Flota La Macarena

Lowest Price €40

Transportation Options Bus, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Bogota to Santa Marta:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:30 Bogota

22h 30min

DIRECT

11:00 Santa Marta

Copetran

from 48.01 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 29. Dec

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16:15 Bogota

15h 0min

DIRECT

07:15 Santa Marta

Flota La Macarena

from 47.66 HRK

Best offer on 28. Dec

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20:45 Bogota

18h 0min

DIRECT

14:45 Santa Marta

Expreso Brasilia

from 40.32 HRK

Best offer on 09. Jan

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20:01 Bogota

15h 50min

DIRECT

11:51 Santa Marta

Copetran

from 45.96 HRK

Best offer on 09. Jan

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20:00 Bogota

15h 0min

DIRECT

11:00 Santa Marta

Flota La Macarena

from 47.66 HRK

Best offer on 28. Dec

pick a date

Getting from Bogota and Santa Marta by bus

The shortest travel distance between Bogota and Santa Marta is 954 km. The fastest bus which departs at 16:15 has a travel time of 15:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 22:30h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Santa Marta earlier, there are 41 night buses from Bogota to Santa Marta. The overnight buses depart between 10:01 and 23:30 and arrive between 03:30 and 21:30 the following day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 15:52, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

12:30 Bogota

22h 30min

DIRECT

11:00 Santa Marta

Copetran

from 48.01 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 29. Dec

pick a date

16:15 Bogota

15h 0min

DIRECT

07:15 Santa Marta

Flota La Macarena

from 47.66 HRK

Best offer on 28. Dec

pick a date

20:45 Bogota

18h 0min

DIRECT

14:45 Santa Marta

Expreso Brasilia

from 40.32 HRK

Best offer on 09. Jan

pick a date

20:01 Bogota

15h 50min

DIRECT

11:51 Santa Marta

Copetran

from 45.96 HRK

Best offer on 09. Jan

pick a date

20:00 Bogota

15h 0min

DIRECT

11:00 Santa Marta

Flota La Macarena

from 47.66 HRK

Best offer on 28. Dec

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Bogota to Santa Marta route

There is a total of 4 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Copetran

Flota La Macarena

Expreso Brasilia

Copetran

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Bogota or Santa Marta bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Bogota

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

Santa Marta

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

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €40 (One-Way) or €80 (Return).

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