Find coaches from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta, CO

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Next departures from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta on 30 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Rápido Ochoa
El Carmen de Bolivar
Terminal Santa MartaCheapestFastest
Unitransco
El Carmen de Bolívar Expreso Brasilia Agency
SANTA MARTANo tags
Unitransco
El Carmen de Bolívar Expreso Brasilia Agency
SANTA MARTANo tags
Unitransco
El Carmen de Bolívar Expreso Brasilia Agency
SANTA MARTANo tags

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Get from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta

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The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
5h 5mAverage duration
197 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta, CO: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$19
Average bus trip duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance196 km
Latest bus departure21:25

El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip El Carmen de Bolívar - Santa Marta, CO

  1. How much does a bus ticket from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta cost?

    The bus ticket price from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta starts at US$19. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta?

    The average travel time between El Carmen de Bolívar and Santa Marta is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 196 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between El Carmen de Bolívar and Santa Marta?

    The number of buses from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta?

    When taking the bus from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta, you can travel comfortably and safely with Unitransco, Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa.

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

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US$16
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$19 for a bus ticket from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between El Carmen de Bolívar and Santa Marta!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from El Carmen de Bolívar to Santa Marta will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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