How much is the bus ticket from Santa Marta to Valledupar?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to Valledupar start from $19. The average price for this route is around $22. 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 Valledupar?

The average bus travel time from Santa Marta to Valledupar is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 135 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Valledupar route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Unitransco , Rapido Ochoa , Almirante Padilla S.A. .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Marta to Valledupar?

The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Valledupar at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:39pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to Valledupar?

A bus trip from Santa Marta to Valledupar generates an estimated 3 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 Valledupar?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa , with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 626 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to Valledupar?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Marta to Valledupar?

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 Valledupar?

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.

Bus from Santa Marta to Valledupar starting at $19 | Compare & Save up to 29%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Next departures for Santa Marta to Valledupar on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h	11:00am	Terminal Valledupar	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	1:00pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	10:00am	Terminal Valledupar	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	4h 30m	3:30pm	Terminal Valledupar	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:18 PM -05.

Get from Santa Marta to Valledupar

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

135 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and Valledupar?

Stops in Santa Marta

A
Terminal Santa Marta
Cra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Stops in Valledupar

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Terminal Valledupar
Terminal de Valledupar, Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Copetran

3/51,015 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Based on 1015 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $19

Copetran Santa Marta Valledupar recent customer reviews

The bus came 1 hour late. It was much too cold. The chairs were very comfortable and there was a selection of movies on the media system.

Anca S.

January 7, 2018

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,927 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Unitransco

3/5743 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5626 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.5

Almirante Padilla S.A.

1.5/5202 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness1.9

Wifi0.2

CO Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Marta, CO to Valledupar 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 Valledupar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to Valledupar start from $19. The average price for this route is around $22. 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 Valledupar?
The average bus travel time from Santa Marta to Valledupar is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 135 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Valledupar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A..
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santa Marta to Valledupar?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Valledupar at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:39pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to Valledupar?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to Valledupar generates an estimated 3 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 Valledupar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to Valledupar?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Santa Marta to Valledupar?
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 Valledupar?
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.

Best price found

12-12

$19

12-13

$20

Today

$19

12-15

$20

12-16

$20

12-17

$20

12-18

$20

12-19

$20

The cheapest trip from Santa Marta, CO to Valledupar was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $19

To 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 Valledupar, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $20 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to Valledupar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-15.