Bogota to Santa Marta

Bogota to Santa Marta

Bogota
Santa Marta
Mon, Jul 8
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$35
 
 
$55

Other Options

Bogota to Santa Marta Schedule

Bogota to Santa Marta Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA401304:45 - 06:20COP 285,268
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA402506:14 - 07:49COP 304,572
Avianca Economy #AV848408:11 - 09:47COP 355,646
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA408811:46 - 13:18COP 386,538
Wingo Economy #P5728012:18 - 13:50COP 211,815
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 15:00 - 06:00COP 218,203
Copetran VIP-Class 16:20 - 11:05COP 140,288
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 19:30 - 10:30COP 201,445
Berlinas del Fonce Berlinave Plus 2nd Floor 21:15 - 15:17COP 185,789
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 23:30 - 14:30COP 218,203

Transportation from Bogota to Santa Marta

Facts about the transport from Bogota to Santa Marta

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport1h 31m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day14
Distance963 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Berlinas del Fonce, Flota La Macarena, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Wingo

How to get from Bogota to Santa Marta

When you want to get from Bogota to Santa Marta, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 54.66. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 34.12.

How far is Bogota from Santa Marta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bogota to Santa Marta. Your trip will be a total of 599 miles (963 km). The flying distance is 802 miles (1290 km).

How long does it take to get from Bogota to Santa Marta?

The travel time from Bogota to Santa Marta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bogota to Santa Marta?

The cost of the trip from Bogota to Santa Marta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Berlinas del Fonce: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 34.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 54.66.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bogota to Santa Marta:

  • Bus tickets - USD 34.12 to USD 54.66;
  • Plane tickets - USD 51.45 to USD 235.49;

How many trips per day are there between Bogota and Santa Marta?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 12:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 14 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bogota to Santa Marta. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 51.45.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bogota to Santa Marta

Avianca, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Wingo

Buses

Taking a bus from Bogota to Santa Marta is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Bogota to Santa Marta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bogota to Santa Marta? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.