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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | No tags | ||||
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Get from Manizales to Bogotá
The journey takes about 8 hours 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manizales and Bogotá?
Stops in Manizales
- A
Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
Stops in Bogotá
- A
Bogotá - Terminal del Sur
Terminal del Sur, Cl. 57n Bis Sur #75f-32, Bogotá, Colombia - B
Bogotá (Terminal Salitre)
Terminal Salitre, Bogotá, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manizales to Bogotá by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Manizales to Bogotá?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manizales to Bogotá start from $29. The average price for this route is around $38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manizales to Bogotá?
The average bus travel time from Manizales to Bogotá is 8h 47m, covering a distance of 161 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Bolivariano.
Which bus companies service the Manizales to Bogotá route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Bolivariano, Expreso Palmira, Rápido Tolima, Empresa Arauca.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manizales to Bogotá?
The earliest bus departs from Manizales to Bogotá at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:01pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manizales to Bogotá?
A bus trip from Manizales to Bogotá generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Manizales to Bogotá?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2229 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manizales to Bogotá?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manizales to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manizales to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manizales to Bogotá was searched and found on Mar 2, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manizales to Bogotá, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $36 for a bus ticket from Manizales to Bogotá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-03-02.
Usually Bolivariano 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.
