How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Cartagena?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Cartagena start from $38. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Cartagena?

The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Cartagena is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 407 miles (656 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Expreso Brasilia .

Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Cartagena route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Berlinas del Fonce , Rapido Ochoa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Cartagena at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Bogotá to Cartagena generates an estimated 16.396075 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 Cartagena?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Cartagena?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Cartagena?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa , with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Cartagena?

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.

Bus Bogotá to Cartagena from $37 | Compare & Save up to 59%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bogotá to Cartagena on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30pm	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	21h 30m	4:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	19h	11:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	11:00am	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	21h 30m	8:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	1d 2h	8:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	9:15am	BOGOTA - Terminal del Norte	1d 3h	1:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

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Get from Bogotá to Cartagena

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

22h 30mAverage Duration

407 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bogotá and Cartagena?

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 Cartagena

A
Terminal de Cartagena
Tv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Copetran

3/51,045 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Based on 1045 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $49

Copetran Bogotá Cartagena recent customer reviews

The bus and trip was good. Bus broke down but they handled it expertly I was impressed. Not much one can do, things happen.

Garry S.

November 23, 2022

Really good experience travelling from Bogota to Cartegena. Comfortable bus ride with lots of space and friendly bus staff. Would highly recommend!

Genevieve A.

November 27, 2017

Non internet access on trip (no data available). :(

Martin M.

December 28, 2018

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,994 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

According to 11 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 3.2-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness, but some complained about the wifi. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at $49

Expreso Brasilia Bogotá Cartagena recent customer reviews

Left 30min late, arrived 4hrs20 after the announced time and we stopped only once for eating something

Alizee V.

August 3, 2019

tv on with noscreen. then screen hanging down with nothing on it. first hour had no a/c.

Andrew F.

December 26, 2016

Berlinas del Fonce

4/5168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.3

Based on 168 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Berlinas del Fonce ticket prices on this trip start at $38

Berlinas del Fonce Bogotá Cartagena recent customer reviews

There were cockroaches all over the seats. It was horrible. The smell from toilet was nauseating, completely sickening.

Shari B.

April 18, 2019

bustrip was good / more comfort than most. interesting sitting directly above driver, he took less risks than most others.

Daniel H.

October 4, 2017

I tried to reschedule my bus but that wasn’t possible

Albert V.

January 11, 2022

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5640 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.5

CO bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bogotá to Cartagena, 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 Bogotá to Cartagena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Cartagena start from $38. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Cartagena?
The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Cartagena is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 407 miles (656 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Cartagena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce, Rapido Ochoa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Cartagena?
The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Cartagena at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Cartagena?
A bus trip from Bogotá to Cartagena generates an estimated 16.396075 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 Cartagena?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Cartagena?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Cartagena?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Cartagena?
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.

Best price found

04/05

$56

04/06

$55

Today

$46

04/08

$47

04/09

$47

04/10

$46

04/11

$51

04/12

$47

The cheapest trip from Bogotá to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $56 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Cartagena, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-04-10.

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.