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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Terminal del Sur | Parada de Autobus Salento | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Terminal del Sur | Parada de Autobus Salento | No tags | ||||
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| Terminal del Sur | Parada de Autobus Salento | No tags |
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Get from Medellin to Salento
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Medellin and Salento
Stops in Medellin
- A
Terminal del Norte
Medellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia - 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
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Many users have praised the bus service for its punctuality, comfort, and cleanliness. The staff is often described as kind and helpful. However, some reviews mention issues such as overly long stops during journeys, malfunctioning air conditioning leading to discomfort due to cold temperatures or leaks inside the bus. Additionally, a few travelers noted confusion regarding ticket printing requirements at stations and occasional delays caused by unplanned toilet breaks due to lack of onboard facilities.
Flota Occidental Medellin Salento recent customer reviews
Nicer than expected bus. Comfortable journey. Rest stop half way through although we really didnt need 45mins (maybe the driver did). Safe driving. Unfortunatley we arrived 1.5hrs late which meant walking from the terminal in the dark.
Angus J.
Toilet not clean and no paper. The bus played music the whole journey - not appropriate for a night bus. The seats had little leg room so trying to sleep was very uncomfortable.
Jamie D.
The staff were friendly, but the bus arrived 2 hours late which seems to happen in Colombia all the time
Daniel H.
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 $42. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 12:30am. 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.
The cheapest trip from Medellin to Salento was searched and found on Oct 21, 2026 with a price of $42To 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 $42 to $42 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 $42 which is on 2026-10-21.
