Bus from Medellin to Popayán: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Medellin to Popayán on May 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso BolivarianoBus
Terminal del Sur
Terminal PopayanCheapestFastest
Expreso BolivarianoBus
Terminal del Sur
Terminal PopayanNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:36 AM -05.

Get from Medellin to Popayán

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 101,070, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 45mAverage Duration
434 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Medellin to Popayán by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Medellin to Popayán?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Popayán start from COP 101,070. The average price for this route is around COP 110,531. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Medellin to Popayán?

    The average bus travel time from Medellin to Popayán is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 434 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Bolivariano.

  3. Which bus companies service the Medellin to Popayán route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Bolivariano, Lineas Pereiranas, Expreso Palmira, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Medellin to Popayán?

    The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Popayán at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Popayán?

    A bus trip from Medellin to Popayán generates an estimated 10.844425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Medellin to Popayán?

    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 2238 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Medellin to Popayán?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Flota Magdalena has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Medellin to Popayán?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Medellin to Popayán?

    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.

Best price found
05-01
COP 100,661
05-02
COP 97,248
Today
COP 95,801
05-04
COP 104,001
05-05
COP 103,333
05-06
COP 101,032
05-07
COP 100,773
05-08
COP 100,995
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Popayán was searched and found on May 3, 2026 with a price of COP 95,801

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

You can expect to pay from COP 95,801 to COP 117,952 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Popayán based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 100,773 which is on 2026-05-07.

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