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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 | Parada de Autobus Tunja | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Parada de Autobus Tunja | No tags | ||||
Berlinas del Fonce + Copetran | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Parada de Autobus Tunja | No tags | ||||
Copetran + Berlinas del Fonce | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Parada de Autobus Tunja | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Parada de Autobus Tunja | No tags |
Get from Santa Marta to Tunja
The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and Tunja?
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 Tunja 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 Tunja?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to Tunja start from $59. The average price for this route is around $73. 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 Tunja?
The average bus travel time from Santa Marta to Tunja is 17h 50m, covering a distance of 640 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Tunja route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Berlinas del Fonce, Unitransco, Rapido Ochoa.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Marta to Tunja?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Tunja at 9:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to Tunja?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to Tunja 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 Tunja?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 166 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to Tunja?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Marta to Tunja?
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 Santa Marta to Tunja?
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 Santa Marta, CO to Tunja was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $55To 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 Tunja, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $70 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to Tunja based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-11.
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.
