Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

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Medellin to Cartagena de Indias Destination Reviews

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Medellin to Cartagena de Indias, Bus Premium Class, Expreso Brasilia, Dec 27, 2024
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Medellin to Cartagena de Indias Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Transglobal Ejecutivos
Standard 2pax
Any time
+14h
€603.26
Bus
Rapido Ochoa
Rey Dorado Lo Maximo
00:20
09:10
€23.18
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
01:38
10:28
€200.57
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
02:10
07:47
€196.27
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
02:43
07:47
€120.61
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:00
08:23
€156.77
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:17
08:33
€154.54
Flight
Avianca
Economy
04:35
08:30
€149.53
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:52
05:58
€86.17
Flight
Avianca
Economy
05:08
12:46
€46.60
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:26
12:37
€120.61
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:42
17:30
€125.51
Flight
Avianca
Economy
05:58
10:53
€65.04
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:14
21:00
€113.74
Bus
Expreso Brasilia
Gaviota Diamante
06:30
20:35
€34.53
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:46
21:55
€96.82
Flight
Avianca
Economy
07:02
14:00
€68.50
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
07:18
08:28
€49.00
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
07:34
15:43
€115.43
Flight
Avianca
Economy
07:50
15:40
€97.77

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 Flight 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 EUR 777.45. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 28.16.

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 600 miles (964 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 18 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 Rapido Ochoa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 28.16 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 EUR 777.45.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 28.16 to EUR 48.36;
  • Plane tickets - EUR 36.41 to EUR 286.12;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 777.45 to EUR 777.45.

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.

  • Flights from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias depart during the day - there are approximately 102 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 00:20 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:45. There are 24 available bus trips every 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 EUR 36.41.

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, Avianca, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, 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 EUR 777.45.

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:

  • 74% decided to go for a bus.
  • 26% users took a plane.

Transportation from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Cartagena de Indias

Cheapest Transport€29
Fastest Transport1h 8m
Earliest Departure12:20 ص
Latest Departure10:45 م
Departures per day127
Distance964 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Avianca, Expreso Brasilia, Flota La Macarena, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, LATAM Airlines Group, Rapido Ochoa, Transglobal Ejecutivos, Wingo