Salento to Medellin

Salento to Medellin

Salento
Medellin
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Salento to Medellin Destination Reviews

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Peter B
Everything was good, the driver drove very good.
Salento to Medellin, Bus Minibus, Flota Occidental, Jan 24, 2026
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Claudia M
The driver was extremely fast
Salento to Medellin, Bus Minibus, Flota Occidental, Nov 1, 2025
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Salento to Medellin Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Flota Occidental
Minibus
08:00
15:30
$19.77
  4.4
Bus
Flota Occidental
Minibus
09:30
17:00
$19.77
  4.4
Bus
Flota Occidental
Minibus
12:30
20:00
$19.77
  4.4
Bus
Flota Occidental
Minibus
13:30
21:00
$19.33
  4.4
Bus
Flota Occidental
Minibus
22:15
05:45
$19.77
  4.4

How to get from Salento to Medellin

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

  • Flight
  • Bus

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 Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 184.96. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 31.41.

How far is Salento from Medellin?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Salento to Medellin. Your trip will be a total of 362 miles (581 km). The flying distance is 362 miles (581 km).

How long does it take to get from Salento to Medellin?

The travel time from Salento to Medellin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 22 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Salento to Medellin?

The cost of the trip from Salento to Medellin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Flota Occidental: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 31.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 184.96.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 31.41 to USD 31.41;
  • Plane tickets - USD 47.68 to USD 184.96;

How many trips per day are there between Salento and Medellin?

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

  • Flights from Salento to Medellin depart during the day - there are approximately 99 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:15. There are 4 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Salento to Medellin. 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 47.68.

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 Salento to Medellin

Avianca, Avianca, Avianca, Clic Air, Clic Air, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group

Buses

Taking a bus from Salento to Medellin 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.
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The most popular transport from Salento to Medellin

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Salento to Medellin? 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:

  • 96% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% users took a plane.

Transportation from Salento to Medellin

Facts about the transport from Salento to Medellin

Cheapest Transport$32
Fastest Transport41m
Earliest Departure6:17 AM
Latest Departure10:31 PM
Departures per day103
Distance581 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Avianca, Avianca, Clic Air, Clic Air, Flota Occidental, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group