Medellin to Santa Marta

Medellin to Santa Marta

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Medellin to Santa Marta Schedule

Medellin to Santa Marta Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timeCOP 2,483,719
Flota La Macarena Tourist AC 09:15 - 00:15COP 171,428
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 13:00 - 05:00COP 194,543
Unitransco Tourist AC 16:00 - 09:00COP 169,247
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 19:00 - 11:00COP 194,166
Unitransco Tourist AC 20:00 - 13:00COP 169,247
Rapido Ochoa Standard AC 23:30 - 15:30COP 194,426

Transportation from Medellin to Santa Marta

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Santa Marta

Cheapest Transport$45
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure5:25 午前
Latest Departure11:30 午後
Departures per day12
Distance850 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Daytrip, Flota La Macarena, LATAM Airlines Group, Rapido Ochoa, Unitransco, Viva Air Colombia

How to get from Medellin to Santa Marta

When you want to get from Medellin to Santa Marta, 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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 54.90. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 44.85.

How far is Medellin from Santa Marta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medellin to Santa Marta. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (850 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

How long does it take to get from Medellin to Santa Marta?

The travel time from Medellin to Santa Marta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Medellin to Santa Marta?

The cost of the trip from Medellin to Santa Marta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Unitransco: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 44.85 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 54.90.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 44.85 to USD 54.90;
  • Plane tickets - USD 53.71 to USD 99.75;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 540.96 to USD 546.93.

How many trips per day are there between Medellin and Santa Marta?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 09:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 12 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 Medellin to Santa Marta. 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 53.71.

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 Santa Marta

Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, Viva Air Colombia

Buses

Taking a bus from Medellin to Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta. 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 540.96.

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 Santa Marta

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

  • 93% decided to go for a bus.
  • 7% users took a plane.