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Cartagena to Santa Marta Bus

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

The distance between these two places is a total of 228 km.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 04:30 hours.

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

The prices of a bus ticket from Cartagena to Santa Marta ranges from €11 to €58.

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

The average number of daily departures is 29. 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 Cartagena to Santa Marta?

There are 28 from Cartagena to Santa Marta. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

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

To travel from Cartagena 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 Cartagena 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 Cartagena?

The earliest is at 05:00 and the latest is at 22:15.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Cartagena 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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Cartagena to Santa Marta Route Summary

Cartagena to Santa Marta bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 29 daily bus departures available, including 16 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Cartagena bus station at 05:00h, arriving at Santa Marta bus station at 09:34h the same day. While latest bus departs at 22:15h, arriving at 02:45h the following day.

Departure station and country Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival station and country Santa Marta, Colombia

Travel Distance 228 km

Average Trip Duration 04h 30min

Total Departures 29

Popular Operators Copetran, Flota La Macarena

Lowest Price €11

Transportation Options Bus, Plane, Minivan

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

05:45 Cartagena

5h 15min

DIRECT

11:00 Santa Marta

Unitransco

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07:15 Cartagena

4h 34min

DIRECT

11:49 Santa Marta

Expreso Brasilia

from 12.72 € 1

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08:45 Cartagena

4h 34min

DIRECT

13:19 Santa Marta

Expreso Brasilia

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10:15 Cartagena

4h 34min

DIRECT

14:49 Santa Marta

Expreso Brasilia

from 12.72 € 1

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11:45 Cartagena

4h 0min

DIRECT

15:45 Santa Marta

Unitransco

from 12.72 € 1

M-ticket Best offer on 28. Nov

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Getting from Cartagena and Santa Marta by bus

The shortest travel distance between Cartagena and Santa Marta is 228 km. The fastest bus which departs at 22:00 has a travel time of 03:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 05:15h. 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 16 night buses from Cartagena to Santa Marta. The overnight buses depart between 19:30 and 22:15 and arrive between 00:04 and 02:45 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Santa Marta:

Bus companies operating the Cartagena to Santa Marta route

There is a total of 7 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

Unitransco

CTG Tours

Expreso Brasilia

3.8 Expreso Almirante Padilla

Copetran

Departure and arrival stations

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

Cartagena

You can see information about the departure station and stops Cartagena 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: €11 (One-Way) or €22 (Return).

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Other popular destinations from Cartagena

If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Cartagena, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

Cartagena - Medellin

Cartagena - Barranquilla

Cartagena - Bogota

Cartagena - Bucaramanga

Cartagena - Valledupar

Cartagena - Riohacha

Cartagena - Mompos

Cartagena - Santiago de Tolú

Cartagena - San Juan Nepomuceno

Cartagena - Sincelejo

Other popular destinations from Santa Marta

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Santa Marta, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Santa Marta - Bogota

Santa Marta - Medellin

Santa Marta - Barranquilla

Santa Marta - Riohacha

Santa Marta - Bucaramanga

Santa Marta - Valledupar

Santa Marta - Maicao