Bus Tickets from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Bucaramanga
    Departure location: Transportation Terminal
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Berlinas del FonceBerlinas del Fonce
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Bucaramanga
    Departure location: Transportation Terminal
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Bucaramanga
    Departure location: Transportation Terminal
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Bucaramanga
    Departure location: Transportation Terminal
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: Bucaramanga
    Departure location: Transportation Terminal
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Bucaramanga to Santa Marta: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$45
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 1m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance474 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Bucaramanga to Santa Marta Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bucaramanga - Santa Marta

  1. How long does it take to get to Santa Marta from Bucaramanga by bus?

    The typical travel time from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta by bus is around 11h 1m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 9h.

  2. What is the distance between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta?

    The distance between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta is around 478 km (296 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Transportation Terminal, in Bucaramanga, and end it at Terminal Santa Marta, in Santa Marta.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Santa Marta from Bucaramanga; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of $29, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

    Taking the bus from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta costs on average $45.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-27
$31
04-28
$32
Today
$31
04-30
$31
05-01
$33
05-02
$31
05-03
$31
05-04
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $45 for a bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-05-04.

Usually Berlinas del Fonce, 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.

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