How far is Cartagena from Cúcuta?

Cartagena and Cúcuta are 429 km (266 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cartagena to Cúcuta?

Buses departing from Terminal de Cartagena in Cartagena will take you to Terminal de Cucuta in Cúcuta.

Bus from Cartagena to Cúcuta starting at $61 | Compare & Save up to 25%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cartagena to Cúcuta on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	23h	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Terminal de Cartagena	15h 45m	12:00pm	Terminal de Cucuta	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	18h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	20h	6:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	18h	7:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Cúcuta on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	23h	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Terminal de Cartagena	15h 45m	12:00pm	Terminal de Cucuta	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	18h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	20h	6:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	18h	7:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Cúcuta on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	20h	6:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	Cheapest
	Bus	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	17h	9:30am	Terminal de Cucuta	Fastest

Next departures for Cartagena to Cúcuta on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	23h	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Terminal de Cartagena	15h 45m	12:00pm	Terminal de Cucuta	Fastest
Bus	10:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	18h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	20h	6:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	18h	7:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Cúcuta on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	20h	6:00am	Terminal de Cucuta	Cheapest
	Bus	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	17h	9:30am	Terminal de Cucuta	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:43 PM -05.

Get from Cartagena to Cúcuta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

18hAverage Duration

428 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Copetran

3/51,011 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.4

Based on 1011 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $50

Copetran Cartagena Cúcuta recent customer reviews

The bus was very comfortable and the entertainment system was very good. The bus was very cold (I had been warned by locals soni was prepared) the wifi didn't connect, and the bus was two hours late to its destination.

Timothy W.

October 3, 2025

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,921 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Almirante Padilla S.A.

1.5/5201 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.2

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5624 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.4

Unitransco

3/5736 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Berlinas del Fonce

4/5165 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.3

Berlitur

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Where are the popular stops in Cartagena and Cúcuta?

Stops in Cartagena

A - Terminal de Cartagena

Stops in Cúcuta

A - Terminal de Cucuta

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cartagena, CO to Cúcuta by bus

How far is Cartagena from Cúcuta?
Cartagena and Cúcuta are 429 km (266 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cartagena to Cúcuta?
Buses departing from Terminal de Cartagena in Cartagena will take you to Terminal de Cucuta in Cúcuta.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-13

$61

11-14

$68

Today

$78

11-16

$67

11-17

$78

11-18

$68

11-19

$62

11-20

$75

The cheapest trip from Cartagena, CO to Cúcuta was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $61

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cartagena, CO to Cúcuta, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $61 to $81 for a bus ticket from Cartagena, CO to Cúcuta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Copetran, Expreso Brasilia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.