Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Popayan | Terminal La Plata | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Popayan | Terminal La Plata | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Popayan | Terminal La Plata | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Popayan | Terminal La Plata | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Popayan | Terminal La Plata | No tags |
Get from Popayán to La Plata
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Popayán to La Plata, CO by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Popayán to La Plata?
The cheapest bus tickets from Popayán to La Plata start at R 231. The average price for this route is around R 323. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Popayán to La Plata?
The average bus journey time from Popayán to La Plata is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 82 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Cootranshuila.
Which bus companies service the Popayán to La Plata route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Coomotor, Cootranshuila.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Popayán to La Plata?
The earliest bus departs from Popayán to La Plata at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Popayán to La Plata?
A bus trip from Popayán to La Plata produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Popayán to La Plata?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coomotor, with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 499 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Popayán to La Plata?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Coomotor has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Popayán to La Plata?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Cootranshuila, with a punctuality rating of 1.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Popayán to La Plata?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coomotor, with a cleanliness rating of 3.7 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 Popayán to La Plata, CO was searched and found on 21 Mar 2026 with a price of R 210To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Popayán to La Plata, CO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 210 to R 294 for a bus ticket from Popayán to La Plata, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 210, which is on 2026-03-21.
Usually Sotracauca 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.
