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Santa Marta to Cartagena Bus

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

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

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

The average travel time between the stations is 05:00 hours.

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

The prices of a bus ticket from Santa Marta to Cartagena ranges from €13 to €16.

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 40 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 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 Santa Marta to Cartagena by bus?

To travel from Santa Marta to Cartagena 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 Santa Marta to Cartagena?

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 Santa Marta?

The earliest is at 07:30 and the latest is at 21:00.

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

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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Santa Marta to Cartagena Route Summary

Santa Marta to Cartagena bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 49 daily bus departures available, including 7 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta bus station at 07:30h, arriving at Cartagena bus station at 13:30h the same day. While latest bus departs at 21:00h, arriving at 03:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Santa Marta, Colombia

Arrival station and country Cartagena, Colombia

Travel Distance 228 km

Average Trip Duration 05h 00min

Total Departures 49

Popular Operators Unitransco, Flota La Macarena

Lowest Price €13

Transportation Options Bus, Plane, Minivan

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

07:30 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

13:30 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 15.246 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 19. Jul

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12:00 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

18:00 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 15.246 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 19. Jul

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15:30 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

21:30 Cartagena Transport Terminal Terminal (Cartagena de Indias)

Flota La Macarena

from 15.246 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 19. Jul

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08:30 Santa Marta

4h 30min

DIRECT

13:00 Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

from 14.4027 HRK

Best offer on 12. Jun

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10:00 Santa Marta

4h 45min

DIRECT

14:45 Cartagena

Unitransco

from 14.4027 HRK

Best offer on 12. Jun

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Getting from Santa Marta and Cartagena by bus

The shortest travel distance between Santa Marta and Cartagena is 228 km. The fastest bus which departs at 16:00 has a travel time of 04:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet. 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 Cartagena earlier, there are 7 night buses from Santa Marta to Cartagena. The overnight buses depart between 19:00 and 21:00 and arrive between 00:15 and 03:00 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Cartagena:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

21:00 Terminal de Transportes Santa Marta

6h 0min

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

Flota La Macarena

from 15.246 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 19. Jul

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Bus companies operating the Santa Marta to Cartagena route

There is a total of 8 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.

Unitransco

Flota La Macarena

5.6 Expreso Brasilia

Unitransco

Rapido Ochoa

Expreso Brasilia

Expreso Almirante Padilla

Copetran

Departure and arrival stations

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

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €13 (One-Way) or €26 (Return).

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Other popular destinations from Santa Marta

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

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Other popular destinations from Cartagena

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

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