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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Riohacha Bus Station | Medellin North Bus Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Riohacha Bus Station | Medellin North Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riohacha Bus Station | Medellin North Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Riohacha to Medellin
The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riohacha and Medellin?
Stops in Medellin
- AMedellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
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Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riohacha to Medellin 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 Riohacha to Medellin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riohacha to Medellin start from $56. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Riohacha to Medellin?
The average bus travel time from Riohacha to Medellin is 19h, covering a distance of 655 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 52m and is operated by Unitransco.
Which bus companies service the Riohacha to Medellin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Rapido Ochoa, Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Unitransco, Almirante Padilla S.A..
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riohacha to Medellin?
The earliest bus departs from Riohacha to Medellin at 11:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riohacha to Medellin?
A bus trip from Riohacha to Medellin generates an estimated 16 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 Riohacha to Medellin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 625 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riohacha to Medellin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riohacha to Medellin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riohacha to Medellin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Riohacha to Medellin was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riohacha to Medellin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $98 for a bus ticket from Riohacha to Medellin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Expreso Brasilia 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.
