How much is the bus ticket from Cali to Bogotá?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Bogotá start from $29. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Cali to Bogotá?

The average bus trip duration from Cali to Bogotá is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Velotax .

Which bus companies service the Cali to Bogotá route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 84 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira , Velotax , Bolivariano , Flota Magdalena , Coomotor , Continental BUS , Expreso Brasilia , Empresa Arauca , Copetran , Tax Central , Expreso Gaitana .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Bogotá?

The earliest bus departs from Cali to Bogotá at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Bogotá?

A bus trip from Cali to Bogotá generates an estimated 7 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 Cali to Bogotá?

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 Cali to Bogotá?

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 Cali to Bogotá?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Cali to Bogotá?

According to Busbud traveler 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.

Bus Cali to Bogotá from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures for Cali to Bogotá on February 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Cali	11h 5m	3:35pm	BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur	Cheapest
Bus	12:15am	Cali Bus Station	9h 30m	9:45am	Bogota Salitre Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Cali	11h 1m	4:01pm	BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Cali	11h 5m	5:05pm	BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Terminal Cali	12h	2:00am	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:43 PM -05.

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Get from Cali to Bogotá

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

84bus per day

11h 5mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cali and Bogotá?

Stops in Cali

A
Terminal Cali
Vías Internas Terminal, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
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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

Compare bus companies

Expreso Palmira

3.5/5333 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.1

According to 16 reviews, Expreso Palmira received a 3.5-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. Expreso Palmira ticket prices on this trip start at $32

Expreso Palmira Cali Bogotá recent customer reviews

La conducción debe ser más cuidadosa y más entre las montañas

Alejandro Daud A.

September 26, 2022

It was perfect

Sander I.

February 28, 2020

Velotax

Bolivariano

3.5/52,229 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

According to 83 reviews, Bolivariano received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the staff, but some complained about the wifi. Bolivariano ticket prices on this trip start at $29

Bolivariano Cali Bogotá recent customer reviews

The worst experience so far. We got three and a half hours late. Barely had stops. Bus was freezing. WiFi was bad.

Roi S.

September 23, 2024

Very bad experience. We depart 11 am instead of 10 am We arrived in Bogotá 1.30 am. Almost 15 hours bus ride from cali to Bogotá.never heard of it. Bus had no wifi on board. No place to charge phone. Nothing .solo mentiras.nunca.jamas bolivariano para mi. Finito. Pesadilla

Francis K.

January 5, 2024

Despite the bus was late, the trip was quite comfortable and nice. There is a wi-fi on board, which is great!

Malakhova A.

May 1, 2019

Flota Magdalena

3/554 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.1

Based on 54 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Flota Magdalena ticket prices on this trip start at $36

Flota Magdalena Cali Bogotá recent customer reviews

The seats were way to close to each other, I had constant contact with the person sitting next to me and the people overall in the bus were incredible noisy with their phones all night long.

Sarah G.

January 16, 2023

Coomotor

3/5495 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1

Continental BUS

3.5/58 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi2

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,979 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Empresa Arauca

3/5147 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.5

Copetran

3/51,042 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Tax Central

3/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

Expreso Gaitana

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cali 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 Cali to Bogotá?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Bogotá start from $29. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Cali to Bogotá?
The average bus trip duration from Cali to Bogotá is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Velotax.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Bogotá route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 84 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Velotax, Bolivariano, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor, Continental BUS, Expreso Brasilia, Empresa Arauca, Copetran, Tax Central, Expreso Gaitana.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Bogotá?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Bogotá at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Bogotá?
A bus trip from Cali to Bogotá generates an estimated 7 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 Cali to Bogotá?
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 Cali to Bogotá?
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 Cali to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Cali to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

02/23

$30

02/24

$30

Today

$30

02/26

$30

02/27

$30

02/28

$30

03/01

$30

03/02

$30

The cheapest trip from Cali to Bogotá was searched and found on Feb 28, 2026 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $40 for a bus ticket from Cali to Bogotá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-02-28.

Usually Flota Magdalena, Velotax 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.