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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 | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags | ||||
Expreso Bolivariano + Arauca | Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags |
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Get from Bogotá to Manizales
The journey takes about 10 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bogotá and Manizales?
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
Stops in Manizales
- A
Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bogotá to Manizales 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 Bogotá to Manizales?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Manizales start from $20. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Bogotá to Manizales?
The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Manizales is 10h 54m, covering a distance of 100 miles (161 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Rápido Tolima.
Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Manizales route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Bolivariano, Expreso Palmira, Copetran, Empresa Arauca, Rápido Tolima, Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa, Flota Magdalena, Flota Aguila, Continental BUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Manizales?
The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Manizales at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Manizales?
A bus trip from Bogotá to Manizales generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Manizales?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Continental BUS, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Manizales?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Continental BUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Manizales?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Manizales?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Bogotá to Manizales was searched and found on Feb 6, 2026 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bogotá to Manizales, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $26 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Manizales based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2026-02-08.
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.
