Santa Marta to Medellin

Santa Marta to Medellin

Santa Marta
Medellin
Sat, Jul 6
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Santa Marta to Medellin Schedule

Santa Marta to Medellin Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeCOP 5,410,017
Avianca Economy #AV928107:20 - 08:36COP 367,833
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 08:00 - 22:00COP 158,641
Unitransco Tourist AC 11:30 - 04:30COP 264,290
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 12:30 - 04:30COP 194,673
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 15:00 - 07:00COP 191,258
Unitransco Tourist AC 17:30 - 10:30COP 264,290
Wingo Economy #P5761318:42 - 19:59COP 128,314
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 20:30 - 12:30COP 194,673
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 22:00 - 15:00COP 214,162

Transportation from Santa Marta to Medellin

Facts about the transport from Santa Marta to Medellin

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure7:20 AM
Latest Departure10:25 PM
Departures per day15
Distance850 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Daytrip, Flota La Macarena, LATAM Airlines Group, Rapido Ochoa, Unitransco, Wingo

How to get from Santa Marta to Medellin

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

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 63.25. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 45.77.

How far is Santa Marta from Medellin?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Santa Marta to Medellin. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (850 km). The flying distance is 661 miles (1063 km).

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

The travel time from Santa Marta to Medellin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 17 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Santa Marta to Medellin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Rapido Ochoa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 45.77 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 63.25.

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

  • Plane tickets - USD 30.71 to USD 88.03;
  • Bus tickets - USD 45.77 to USD 63.25;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,294.71 to USD 1,300.51.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 15 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 Santa Marta to Medellin. 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 30.71.

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 Santa Marta to Medellin

Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, Wingo

Buses

Taking a bus from Santa Marta to Medellin 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 Santa Marta to Medellin. 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 1,294.71.

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

The most popular transport from Santa Marta to Medellin

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Santa Marta to Medellin? 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:

  • 94% decided to go for a bus.
  • 6% users took a plane.