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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Expreso Bolivariano + Expreso Brasilia | Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Terminal Cali | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Terminal Cali | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Terminal Cali | No tags | ||||
| Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Terminal Cali | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Terminal Cali | No tags |
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Get from Bogotá to Cali
The journey takes about 10 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bogotá and Cali?
Stops in Bogotá
- A
Bogotá - Terminal del Sur
Terminal del Sur, Cl. 57n Bis Sur #75f-32, Bogotá, Colombia - B
Bogotá (Terminal Salitre)
Terminal Salitre, Bogotá, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bogotá to Cali by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Cali?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Cali start from $36. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bogotá to Cali?
The average bus travel time from Bogotá to Cali is 10h 56m, covering a distance of 298 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 47m and is operated by Expreso Palmira.
Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Cali route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 96 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Bolivariano, Velotax, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor, Empresa Arauca, Expreso Brasilia, Cootranshuila.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bogotá to Cali?
The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Cali at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Cali?
A bus trip from Bogotá to Cali generates an estimated 7.445775 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Cali?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2236 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Cali?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bogotá to Cali?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Cali?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Velotax, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bogotá to Cali was searched and found on Apr 12, 2026 with a price of $38To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bogotá to Cali, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $38 to $57 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Cali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2026-04-16.
Usually Flota Magdalena will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
