How much is the bus ticket from Medellin to Salento?

The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Salento start from CLP 23,757. The average price for this route is around CLP 24,068. 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 Medellin to Salento?

The average bus travel time from Medellin to Salento is 6h, covering a distance of 176 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Flota Occidental .

Which bus companies service the Medellin to Salento route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Medellin to Salento?

The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Salento at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Salento?

A bus trip from Medellin to Salento generates an estimated 4.392575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Medellin to Salento starting at CLP 22,842 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Medellin to Salento on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30am	Terminal del Sur	6h	6:30am	Parada de Autobus Salento	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:00am	Terminal del Sur	6h	5:00pm	Parada de Autobus Salento	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Terminal del Sur	6h	8:00pm	Parada de Autobus Salento	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:04 PM -05.

Get from Medellin to Salento

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just CLP 23,757, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

6hAverage Duration

176 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Medellin and Salento?

Stops in Medellin

A
Terminal del Norte
Medellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
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B
Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

Stops in Salento

A
Parada de Autobus Salento
Cl. 7 #5-1 a 5-89, Salento, Quindío, Colombia

Compare bus companies

Flota Occidental

3.3/5737 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.0

Many users appreciated the comfortable and spacious buses, with clean interiors and ample legroom. The journeys were generally punctual, providing a smooth travel experience. However, some reviews mentioned issues like extended journey times due to multiple stops or air conditioning problems such as leaks or excessive coldness. Additionally, discrepancies between online seat plans and actual bus seating arrangements were noted by several passengers.

Flota Occidental Medellin Salento recent customer reviews

The bus failed and we ended up in another bus without room for the luggage. Some people had to stand for the rest of the journey as there weren't any seats. It felt quite unsafe. Staff wasn't especially friendly on arrival.

Marta G.

January 20, 2026

It was quick and chairs were comfy but I had several layers on and the air conditioning still on full blast meant I was freezing for the whole journey which I planned to sleep for as it was the night bus and couldn’t sleep with how cold I was

Lauren M.

January 20, 2026

Odeur désagréable dans le bus, pas d’aération, il a fait chaud et musique à fond tout le long alors que c’est un trajet de nuit. Impossible de dormir

Loic C.

January 11, 2026

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Medellin to Salento 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 Medellin to Salento?
The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Salento start from CLP 23,757. The average price for this route is around CLP 24,068. 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 Medellin to Salento?
The average bus travel time from Medellin to Salento is 6h, covering a distance of 176 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Flota Occidental.
Which bus companies service the Medellin to Salento route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Medellin to Salento?
The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Salento at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 2:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Salento?
A bus trip from Medellin to Salento generates an estimated 4.392575 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04-19

CLP 23,144

04-20

CLP 23,135

Today

CLP 23,372

04-22

CLP 23,327

04-23

CLP 23,253

04-24

CLP 23,253

04-25

CLP 23,290

04-26

CLP 23,016

The cheapest trip from Medellin to Salento was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of CLP 23,016

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 23,016 to CLP 23,372 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Salento based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 23,016 which is on 2026-04-26.