How much is the bus ticket from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

The cheapest bus tickets from Valledupar to Santa Marta start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 Valledupar to Santa Marta?

The average bus trip duration from Valledupar to Santa Marta is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 84 miles (134 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Valledupar to Santa Marta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia , Copetran , Unitransco .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

The earliest bus departs from Valledupar to Santa Marta at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

A bus trip from Valledupar to Santa Marta generates an estimated 3 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 Valledupar to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Brasilia , with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 1925 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Copetran has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Copetran , with a punctuality rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Valledupar to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Copetran , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Valledupar to Santa Marta from $13 | Compare & Save up to 31%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	5:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	4h	4:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	Fastest
Bus	2:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	7:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	7:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	Cheapest
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures for Valledupar to Santa Marta on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	8:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	9:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h	10:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Valledupar	4h 30m	11:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:34 PM -05.

Get from Valledupar to Santa Marta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

84 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Valledupar and Santa Marta?

Stops in Valledupar

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Terminal Valledupar
Terminal de Valledupar, Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia
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Stops in Santa Marta

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Terminal Santa Marta
Cra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,925 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Copetran

3/51,014 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Based on 1014 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $13

Copetran Valledupar Santa Marta recent customer reviews

The bus was changed to a smaller one, uncomfortable and shakes a lot throughout the trip.

Luiz Claudio A.

July 7, 2022

Check in wad great. We lefy about 10 minutes late, but arrived about 45 minutes early!

Michaela H.

November 13, 2017

Unitransco

3/5741 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Valledupar to Santa Marta, CO 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 Valledupar to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Valledupar to Santa Marta start from $13. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 Valledupar to Santa Marta?
The average bus trip duration from Valledupar to Santa Marta is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 84 miles (134 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Valledupar to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Unitransco.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Valledupar to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Valledupar to Santa Marta at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Valledupar to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from Valledupar to Santa Marta generates an estimated 3 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 Valledupar to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Brasilia, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 1925 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Valledupar to Santa Marta?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Copetran has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Valledupar to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Copetran, with a punctuality rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Valledupar to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Copetran, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/04

$14

12/05

$15

Today

$15

12/07

$15

12/08

$15

12/09

$15

12/10

$15

12/11

$15

The cheapest trip from Valledupar to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $16 for a bus ticket from Valledupar to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually Expreso Brasilia 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.