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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 Santa Marta | Terminal La Dorada | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal La Dorada | No tags | ||||
| Bus | SANTA MARTA | La Dorada Expreso Brasilia Agency | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:55 AM -05.
Get from Santa Marta to La Dorada
The journey takes about 12 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and La Dorada?
Stops in Santa Marta
- ACra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Marta, CO to La Dorada 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 Santa Marta to La Dorada?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to La Dorada start from $48. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Santa Marta to La Dorada?
The average bus travel time from Santa Marta to La Dorada is 12h 12m, covering a distance of 644 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to La Dorada route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Marta to La Dorada?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to La Dorada at 12:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to La Dorada?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to La Dorada 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 Santa Marta to La Dorada?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Brasilia, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 1925 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to La Dorada?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Copetran has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Marta to La Dorada?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Copetran, with a punctuality rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Marta to La Dorada?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Copetran, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Santa Marta, CO to La Dorada was searched and found on Dec 9, 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 Santa Marta, CO to La Dorada, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $59 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to La Dorada based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-10.
