Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

Santa Marta
Bucaramanga
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Santa Marta to Bucaramanga Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+9h 4m
$366.00
Flight
Avianca
Economy
06:35
18:10
$224.91
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:53
13:40
$118.77
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
07:09
21:47
$133.90
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:26
11:12
$195.62
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
07:49
21:47
$145.55
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:16
14:45
$114.11
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
08:39
21:47
$165.93
Flight
Avianca
Economy
09:00
19:55
$138.92
Bus
Copetran
Preferencial de Lujo
09:30
21:00
$20.77
Flight
Avianca
Economy
09:56
18:15
$237.66
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
10:14
15:59
$73.36
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
10:32
06:07
$305.07
Flight
Avianca
Economy
10:50
17:05
$517.04
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
11:06
14:53
$76.85
Flight
Avianca
Economy
11:25
21:00
$209.71
Flight
Avianca
Economy
11:41
18:15
$72.19
Flight
Avianca
Economy
12:20
23:05
$224.91
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
12:41
17:17
$79.18
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
13:06
17:03
$78.01

How to get from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

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

  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 950.02. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 24.61.

How far is Santa Marta from Bucaramanga?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga. Your trip will be a total of 283 miles (454 km). The flying distance is 283 miles (454 km).

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

The travel time from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 11 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Berlinas del Fonce: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 24.61 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 950.02.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 24.61 to USD 31.85;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 461.17 to USD 950.02.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 19:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 4 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga 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 Santa Marta to Bucaramanga. 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 461.17.

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 Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

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

  • 67% decided to go for a bus.
  • 33% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

Facts about the transport from Santa Marta to Bucaramanga

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport9h 4m
Earliest Departure7:30 PM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day16
Distance454 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBerlinas del Fonce, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Unitransco