Bus Tickets from Riohacha to Santa Marta

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: March 22 at
    Departure city: Riohacha
    Departure location: Terminal Riohacha
    Arrival time: March 22 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Almirante Padilla S.A.Almirante Padilla S.A.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: March 22 at
    Departure city: Riohacha
    Departure location: Terminal Riohacha
    Arrival time: March 22 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 22 at
    Departure city: Riohacha
    Departure location: Terminal Riohacha
    Arrival time: March 22 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 22 at
    Departure city: Riohacha
    Departure location: Terminal Riohacha
    Arrival time: March 22 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: March 22 at
    Departure city: Riohacha
    Departure location: Terminal Riohacha
    Arrival time: March 22 at
    Destination city: Santa Marta
    Destination location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Operated by: Almirante Padilla S.A.Almirante Padilla S.A.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:43 PM -05.

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Bus Riohacha to Santa Marta: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$22
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses57
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance143 km
Latest bus departure10:30pm

Riohacha to Santa Marta Buses

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Riohacha to Santa Marta, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Riohacha - Santa Marta

  1. How long is the bus ride from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

    The typical travel time from Riohacha to Santa Marta by bus is around 3h 25m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Santa Marta in 2h 30m

  2. How far is Riohacha from Santa Marta?

    Riohacha and Santa Marta are 146 km (91 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

    Buses departing from Terminal Riohacha in Riohacha will take you to Terminal Santa Marta in Santa Marta.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

    The least expensive option to go from Riohacha to Santa Marta would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at $18, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

    The bus from Riohacha to Santa Marta will cost you $22, on average.

  6. Can you take a day trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta. You'll spend about 5h on the round-trip journey between Riohacha and Santa Marta. Be sure to check the departure and arrival times before booking to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Santa Marta.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-17
$21
03-18
$21
Today
$18
03-20
$17
03-21
$17
03-22
$17
03-23
$17
03-24
$18
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Riohacha to Santa Marta was searched and found on Mar 23, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $23 for a bus ticket from Riohacha to Santa Marta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-03-23.

Usually Copetran 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.

About Bus Travel

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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