Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Medellin
Cartagena de Indias
Sat, Jun 1
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$26
 
 
$866

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Medellin to Cartagena de Indias Schedule

Medellin to Cartagena de Indias Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transglobal Ejecutivos Standard 2pax Any timeCOP 2,648,762
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA429602:08 - 03:17COP 293,956
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA429004:00 - 05:08COP 785,112
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 07:28 - 17:37COP 315,877
EasyFly Economy #VE913208:25 - 09:45COP 917,443
EasyFly Economy #VE913211:30 - 12:50COP 688,175
Avianca Economy #AV971813:45 - 14:56COP 942,984
Avianca Economy #AV939814:11 - 15:20COP 312,230
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA428417:10 - 19:00COP 779,361
JetSmart Economy #JA541419:00 - 20:10COP 762,138
Wingo Economy #P5761620:39 - 21:51COP 123,192
Avianca Economy #AV956222:30 - 23:41COP 392,556

Transportation from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport1h 8m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day32
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, EasyFly, Flota La Macarena, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Rapido Ochoa, Transglobal Ejecutivos, Transportes Especiales Aliados, Unitransco, Wingo

How to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

When you want to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 865.03. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 25.47.

How far is Medellin from Cartagena de Indias?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias. Your trip will be a total of 467 miles (750 km). The flying distance is 600 miles (964 km).

How long does it take to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias?

The travel time from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias?

The cost of the trip from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Avianca: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 25.47 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 865.03.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias:

  • Plane tickets - USD 25.47 to USD 204.83;
  • Bus tickets - USD 45.37 to USD 54.12;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 266.47 to USD 865.03.

How many trips per day are there between Medellin and Cartagena de Indias?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:30. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias depart during the day - there are approximately 14 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 25.47.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Avianca, EasyFly, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group, Wingo

Buses

Taking a bus from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 266.47.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 69% decided to go for a bus.
  • 31% users took a plane.