Bus Tickets from Santa Marta to Medellín

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from US$48
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from US$48
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Medellín
    Destination location: Terminal del Norte
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Medellín
    Destination location: Terminal del Norte
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Medellín
    Destination location: Terminal del Norte
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Medellín
    Destination location: Terminal del Norte
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Medellín
    Destination location: Terminal del Norte
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santa Marta to Medellín: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$47
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 10m
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure5:30am
Distance570 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Santa Marta to Medellín Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Marta - Medellín

  1. How long is the bus trip from Santa Marta to Medellín?

    The bus ride from Santa Marta to Medellín takes 16h 10m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Medellín in about 14h 30m.

  2. How far is Santa Marta from Medellín?

    It's about 578 km (358 miles) from Santa Marta to Medellín.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Marta to Medellín?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Santa Marta, in Santa Marta, and end it at Terminal del Norte, in Medellín.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Santa Marta to Medellín?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Santa Marta to Medellín. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$36, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Santa Marta to Medellín?

    Taking the bus from Santa Marta to Medellín costs on average US$47.

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

Best price found
04-27
US$34
04-28
US$35
Today
US$34
04-30
US$34
05-01
US$45
05-02
US$45
05-03
US$45
05-04
US$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Marta to Medellín was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta to Medellín based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34 which is on 2025-04-30.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Marta to Medellín, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Marta to Medellín.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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