Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

Medellin
Santa Marta Bus Station
Thu, Jul 11
One Way
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Best Options

 
$47
 
 
$75

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Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station Schedule

Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA422005:00 - 06:13€ 49.98
Viva Air Colombia Economy #VH569606:26 - 07:43€ 60.69
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 09:30 - 01:30€ 48.34
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 13:00 - 05:00€ 48.34
Avianca Economy #AV925814:55 - 16:08€ 38.25
Viva Air Colombia Economy #VH570619:34 - 20:58€ 49.98
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 21:00 - 13:00€ 48.34
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 23:30 - 15:30€ 48.34

Transportation from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

Cheapest Transport$47
Fastest Transport1h 13m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day13
Distance800 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, LATAM Airlines Group, Rapido Ochoa, Viva Air Colombia

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How to get from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

When you want to get from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 74.49. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 46.95.

How far is Medellin from Santa Marta Bus Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station. Your trip will be a total of 498 miles (800 km). The flying distance is 644 miles (1035 km).

How long does it take to get from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station?

The travel time from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station?

The cost of the trip from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Avianca: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 46.95 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 74.49.

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

  • Plane tickets - USD 46.64 to USD 74.87;
  • Bus tickets - USD 58.91 to USD 58.91;

How many trips per day are there between Medellin and Santa Marta Bus Station?

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

  • Flights from Medellin to Santa Marta depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 09:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 5 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 Medellin 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 46.64.

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 Medellin to Santa Marta

Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, Viva Air Colombia

Buses

Taking a bus from Medellin 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 Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Medellin to Santa Marta Bus Station? 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% users took a plane.