Bus Tickets from Santa Marta to Cartagena

Easily compare and book your next trip with Busbud

Trusted by 75M+ travellers every year looking for bus and train tickets
Serving 2M+ bus and train routes in more than 85 countries
Dedicated customer service from booking to travel
TodayJan 17
from $21
TomorrowJan 18
from $21
SunJan 19
from $21
MonJan 20
from $21
TueJan 21
from $21
WedJan 22
from $21
ThuJan 23
from $21
FriJan 24
from $21

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

High demand route — 31 searches over the past 24 hours. Book now!
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: January 18 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: January 18 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Almirante Padilla S.A.Almirante Padilla S.A.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: January 18 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: January 18 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 18 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: January 18 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 18 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: January 18 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Almirante Padilla S.A.Almirante Padilla S.A.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: January 18 at
    Departure city: Santa Marta
    Departure location: Terminal Santa Marta
    Arrival time: January 18 at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: CopetranCopetran
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:23 PM -05.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Bus Santa Marta to Cartagena: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$23
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:00am
Distance167 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

Santa Marta to Cartagena Buses

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Santa Marta to Cartagena.

Bus service from Santa Marta to Cartagena will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Discover how much the bus trip from Santa Marta to Cartagena will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Marta - Cartagena

  1. How long does it take to get to Cartagena from Santa Marta by bus?

    The bus ride from Santa Marta to Cartagena takes 4h 30m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 15m.

  2. What is the distance between Santa Marta and Cartagena?

    Santa Marta and Cartagena are 166 km (103 miles) apart.

  3. How often do buses run from Santa Marta to Cartagena each day?

    There's a daily bus trip from Santa Marta to Cartagena. It's offered by Unitransco and usually departs at 12:00am.

  4. When do the first and last bus leave from Santa Marta to Cartagena?

    You can catch the bus at 12:00am for the first departure, and it runs until 11:00pm for the final departure. If you want a smooth trip, it's a good idea to arrive at the station early to check-in.

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

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

  6. What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Marta to Cartagena?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Cartagena from Santa Marta; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at $12, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  7. How much is the bus from Santa Marta to Cartagena?

    The bus from Santa Marta to Cartagena will cost you $23, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01-15
$25
01-16
$23
Today
$20
01-18
$20
01-19
$20
01-20
$20
01-21
$20
01-22
$20
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Marta to Cartagena was searched and found on Jan 18, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $25 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-01-18.

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

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Marta to Cartagena but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Marta to Cartagena, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Marta to Cartagena will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Marta to Cartagena, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Santa Marta by bus?

Bus from Santa Marta to Cartagena

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worlwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

Popular Buses Connecting Santa Marta

Buses Leaving from Santa Marta

Buses Going to Santa Marta

Popular Buses Connecting Cartagena

Buses Leaving from Cartagena

Buses Going to Cartagena