Santa Marta to Medellin

Santa Marta to Medellin

Santa Marta
Medellin
Jun 8, 2027
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Santa Marta to Medellin Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
06:34
14:08
$166.46
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:50
22:09
$89.46
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:07
20:35
$113.30
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:24
11:50
$208.64
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
07:44
08:59
$65.13
Bus
Rapido Ochoa
Rey Dorado Lo Maximo
08:00
18:15
$33.61
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
08:20
09:37
$64.04
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
08:37
09:52
$56.47
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
09:00
10:17
$41.92
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
09:17
14:07
$112.90
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
09:37
10:52
$55.89
Flight
Avianca
Economy
09:56
23:44
$92.90
Flight
Avianca
Economy
10:13
11:27
$112.95
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
10:30
16:37
$165.88
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
10:49
12:04
$137.40
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
11:06
22:09
$102.05
Flight
Avianca
Economy
11:25
15:30
$167.38
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
11:41
23:35
$190.94
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
12:14
13:29
$94.32
Flight
JetSMART Airlines
Economy
12:31
09:15
$412.19

How to get from Santa Marta to Medellin

When you want to get from Santa Marta to Medellin, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 340.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 54.34.

How far is Santa Marta from Medellin?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Santa Marta to Medellin. Your trip will be a total of 661 miles (1063 km). The flying distance is 661 miles (1063 km).

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

The travel time from Santa Marta to Medellin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 27 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Santa Marta to Medellin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is JetSmart: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 54.34 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 340.58.

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

  • Plane tickets - USD 54.34 to USD 340.58;
  • Bus tickets - USD 60.68 to USD 60.68;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,457.60 to USD 1,464.13.

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

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

  • Flights from Santa Marta to Medellin depart during the day - there are approximately 93 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Santa Marta 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 54.34.

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 Santa Marta to Medellin

Avianca, Avianca, Avianca, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, Wingo

Buses

Taking a bus from Santa Marta 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Santa Marta to Medellin. 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 1,457.60.

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 Medellin

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

  • 54% decided to go for a bus.
  • 46% users took a plane.

Transportation from Santa Marta to Medellin

Facts about the transport from Santa Marta to Medellin

Cheapest Transport$55
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure7:45 AM
Latest Departure10:45 PM
Departures per day93
Distance1063 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Avianca, Avianca, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Flota La Macarena, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines, Wingo