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Today7 Aug
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Tomorrow8 Aug
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Sat9 Aug
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Mon11 Aug
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Tue12 Aug
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Wed13 Aug
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Medellin North Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: SANTA MARTA
    Operated by: Expreso Brasilia Expreso Brasilia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Rápido Ochoa + Unitransco
    Rápido Ochoa + Unitransco
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Medellin to Santa Marta, CO: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average bus trip duration18h 15m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure05:00
Distance354 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Medellin to Santa Marta Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Medellin to Santa Marta.

Bus service from Medellin to Santa Marta will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Marta from Medellin, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Medellin - Santa Marta, CO

  1. How far is Santa Marta from Medellin by coach?

    The distance between Medellin and Santa Marta by coach is approximately 358 miles (578 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Medellin to Santa Marta without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05/08
US$51
06/08
US$51
Today
US$38
08/08
US$38
09/08
US$38
10/08
US$38
11/08
US$38
12/08
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on 12 Aug 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$54 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2025-08-12.

Usually EBRL 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Medellin to Santa Marta but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Medellin to Santa Marta, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Medellin to Santa Marta.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Medellin to Santa Marta, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO

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