Bus from Cali to Manizales: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cali to Manizales on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CopetranBus
Terminal Cali
Transportation Terminal ManizalesCheapestFastest
CopetranBus
Terminal Cali
Transportation Terminal ManizalesNo tags
Expreso PalmiraBus
Terminal Cali
Transportation Terminal ManizalesNo tags
CopetranBus
Terminal Cali
Transportation Terminal ManizalesNo tags
Expreso PalmiraBus
Terminal Cali
Transportation Terminal ManizalesNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 18:34 -05.

Get from Cali to Manizales

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
5h 11mAverage duration
130 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cali to Manizales

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cali to Manizales?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Cali to Manizales start from £14. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Cali to Manizales?

    The average bus journey time from Cali to Manizales is 5h 11m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h and is operated by Copetran.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cali to Manizales route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Copetran, Empresa Arauca, Bolivariano, Cootranshuila, Expreso Brasilia, Coomotor, Continental BUS, Lineas del Valle, Flota Magdalena.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Manizales?

    The earliest bus departs from Cali to Manizales at 04:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Manizales?

    A bus journey from Cali to Manizales produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Cali to Manizales?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Continental BUS, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Manizales?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cali to Manizales?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cali to Manizales?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
30/11
£14
01/12
£14
Today
£14
03/12
£14
04/12
No data
05/12
£14
06/12
£14
07/12
£15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cali to Manizales was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £15 for a bus ticket from Cali to Manizales based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

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