Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

Cartagena de Indias
Santa Marta
Mon, Jul 8
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$16
 
 
$435

Other Options

Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta Schedule

Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Magic Tour Colombia Van 6pax Any timeCOP 977,717
CTG Tours Standard AC 05:00 - 09:30COP 335,082
Transportes Marsol Tourist 06:00 - 11:30COP 73,500
Unitransco Tourist AC 09:30 - 14:30COP 60,084
Transportes Marsol Tourist 10:00 - 15:30COP 73,500
Unitransco Tourist AC 13:15 - 18:15COP 64,508
Transportes Marsol Tourist 14:00 - 19:30COP 73,500
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 16:32 - 21:17COP 173,300
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 18:15 - 23:15COP 73,729
Unitransco Tourist AC 20:30 - 01:30COP 59,216
Copetran Luxury 22:00 - 01:45COP 62,890

Transportation from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

Facts about the transport from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport3h 30m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure10:15 PM
Departures per day63
Distance175 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAgencia Operadora de Viajes, Daytrip, Flota La Macarena, Go Colombia, LATAM Airlines Group, Magic Tour Colombia, Transglobal Ejecutivos, Transportes Marsol, Unitransco, VIP Taxi Service

Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta Destination Reviews

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We booked to go Taganga and the bus driver at Monsol said no we’re going Santa Martha even though my ticket clearly said Taganga Monsol. I ended up paying 40,000 pesos for a taxi!! That should be refunded to me! The van had seats at the back which are only suitable for a child 0 legroom I don’t know how you call this a seat.
Van Tourist, Transportes Marsol (Transportes Marsol), Jul 3, 2024
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How to get from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 434.98. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.52.

How far is Cartagena de Indias from Santa Marta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta. Your trip will be a total of 109 miles (175 km). The flying distance is 109 miles (175 km).

How long does it take to get from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta?

The travel time from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta?

The cost of the trip from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Unitransco: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.52 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 434.98.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.52 to USD 19.04;
  • Van price : USD 17.85 - USD 22.95;
  • flight price: USD 42.09. From Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta starting from 15:48 Cartagena Airport until 16:32 Cartagena Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 212.92 to USD 434.98.

How many trips per day are there between Cartagena de Indias and Santa Marta?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:15. There are 22 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta depart during the day - there are approximately 12 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Cartagena de Indias 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 212.92.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Cartagena de Indias to Santa Marta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cartagena de Indias 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:

  • 68% decided to go for a bus.
  • 31% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other