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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Buses de Salento | Medellín Bus Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:16 PM -05.
Get from Salento to Medellin
The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salento and Medellin?
Stops in Salento
- A
Parada de Autobus Salento
Cl. 7 #5-1 a 5-89, Salento, Quindío, Colombia
Stops in Medellin
- AMedellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
- B
Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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The reviews highlight a generally positive experience with the bus service, noting comfortable seating and friendly staff. Many users appreciated punctuality and amenities such as WiFi and onboard toilets. However, some mentioned issues like limited legroom or reclining seats, occasional air conditioning problems, unnecessary stops by drivers for personal reasons, and long travel times due to traffic conditions beyond control. Overall satisfaction seems high despite these minor inconveniences.
Flota Occidental Salento Medellin recent customer reviews
It was fine. The bus left on time and arrived on time. It came with a toilet and aircon but the aircon wasn't that great once it got hotter later on in the day.
Kieren John O.
Accidentally bought a ticket for a Bus in the Night. People of the Bus Company were very friendly and helping me to change it for an earlier bus.
Jan Philipp B.
The bus was on time but the driver took some risky take over maneuvers. Also the AC was broken and it was super hot in the bus.
Valerie K.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salento 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 Salento to Medellin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salento to Medellin start from $33. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Salento to Medellin?
The average bus travel time from Salento to Medellin 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 Salento to Medellin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salento to Medellin?
The earliest bus departs from Salento to Medellin at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salento to Medellin?
A bus trip from Salento to Medellin generates an estimated 4 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 Salento to Medellin was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salento to Medellin, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $37 for a bus ticket from Salento to Medellin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-30.
