How much is the bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena start from THB 885. The average price for this route is around THB 1,065. 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 Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

The average bus travel time from Bucaramanga to Cartagena is 14h, covering a distance of 449 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Bucaramanga to Cartagena route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Berlinas del Fonce .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

The earliest bus departs from Bucaramanga to Cartagena at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

A bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena generates an estimated 11.21325 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 Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce , with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Berlinas del Fonce , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena starting at THB 859 | Compare & Save up to 38%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bucaramanga to Cartagena on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	8:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 30m	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	9:20pm	Transportation Terminal	12h 32m	9:52am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Transportation Terminal	14h 30m	4:30pm	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Transportation Terminal	13h	11:30am	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:33 PM -05.

Get from Bucaramanga to Cartagena

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just THB 885, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

14hAverage Duration

449 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bucaramanga and Cartagena?

Stops in Bucaramanga

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Transportation Terminal
Terminal De Transportes De Bucaramanga, Bucaramanga, Santander, Colombia
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Stops in Cartagena

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Terminal de Cartagena
Tv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Copetran

2.9/51,049 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.3

Based on 1049 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at THB 1,026

Copetran Bucaramanga Cartagena recent customer reviews

Very good drivers, always give tips to the drivers if they are good, it's a hard job. WiFi not working almost all trip.

Sergii S.

March 16, 2019

Super comfortable ride

Julian O.

August 23, 2017

Expreso Brasilia

3.1/52,006 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wi‑Fi1.3

Berlinas del Fonce

4.1/5168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.3

CO bus companies:Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Coomotor, Bolivariano, Unitransco, Expreso Palmira

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO 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 Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena start from THB 885. The average price for this route is around THB 1,065. 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 Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
The average bus travel time from Bucaramanga to Cartagena is 14h, covering a distance of 449 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Bucaramanga to Cartagena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
The earliest bus departs from Bucaramanga to Cartagena at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
A bus trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena generates an estimated 11.21325 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 Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with a punctuality rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucaramanga to Cartagena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-02

THB 989

05-03

THB 989

Today

THB 859

05-05

THB 884

05-06

THB 897

05-07

THB 880

05-08

THB 884

05-09

THB 884

The cheapest trip from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on May 4, 2026 with a price of THB 859

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from THB 859 to THB 1,331 for a bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Cartagena, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 880 which is on 2026-05-07.

Usually Copetran 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.