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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Expreso Brasilia + Expreso Bolivariano | Bus | Terminal Cali | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Cali | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Cali | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Cali | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Cali | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | No tags |
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Get from Cali to Bogotá
The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cali and Bogotá?
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 Cali to Bogotá 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 Cali to Bogotá?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Bogotá start from $40. 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 Cali to Bogotá?
The average bus travel time from Cali to Bogotá is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 290 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Velotax.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Bogotá route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 87 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Velotax, Bolivariano, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor, Continental BUS, Expreso Brasilia, Empresa Arauca, Copetran, Tax Central, Expreso Gaitana.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cali to Bogotá?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Bogotá at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Bogotá?
A bus trip from Cali to Bogotá generates an estimated 7 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 Cali to Bogotá?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Continental BUS, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Bogotá?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Continental BUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cali to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cali to Bogotá?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Cali to Bogotá was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cali to Bogotá, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $53 for a bus ticket from Cali to Bogotá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-02-13.
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.
