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

The cheapest coach tickets from Cali to Santa Marta start from THB 2,294. The average price for this route is around THB 2,770. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cali to Santa Marta?

The average bus journey time from Cali to Santa Marta is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 559 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by Expreso Brasilia .

Which bus companies service the Cali to Santa Marta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Santa Marta?

The earliest bus departs from Cali to Santa Marta at 01:31. And the latest bus departs at 23:31.

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

A bus journey from Cali to Santa Marta produces an estimated 22.502425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Cali to Santa Marta from THB 2,141 | Compare & Save up to 19%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 3 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Expreso Palmira + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	22:00	Terminal Cali	1d 5h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 4 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Palmira + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 5 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Palmira + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 6 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Palmira + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 7 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	23:31	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	06:25	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	22:00	Terminal Cali	1d 8h	06:25	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Palmira + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	05:00	Terminal Cali	1d 1h	06:25	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 8 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	01:31	Terminal Cali	1d 4h	06:25	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Bolivariano + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Expreso Brasilia	Bus	22:00	Terminal Cali	1d 8h	06:25	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Next departures from Cali to Santa Marta on 9 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00	Terminal Cali	1d	11:50	Terminal Santa Marta	CheapestFastest
Expreso Bolivariano + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	20:00	Terminal Cali	1d 7h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Expreso Palmira + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Flota Magdalena + Rápido Ochoa	Bus	21:00	Terminal Cali	1d 6h	03:30	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:11 -05.

Get from Cali to Santa Marta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just THB 2,294, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

559 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cali and Santa Marta?

Stops in Cali

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Terminal Cali
Vías Internas Terminal, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
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Stops in Santa Marta

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Terminal Santa Marta
Cra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Expreso Brasilia

3.1/52,006 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wi‑Fi1.3

Based on 2006 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at THB 2,294

CO bus companies:Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Coomotor, Bolivariano, Unitransco, Expreso Palmira

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cali to Santa Marta, CO

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cali to Santa Marta?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cali to Santa Marta start from THB 2,294. The average price for this route is around THB 2,770. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cali to Santa Marta?
The average bus journey time from Cali to Santa Marta is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 559 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by Expreso Brasilia.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Santa Marta at 01:31. And the latest bus departs at 23:31.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Santa Marta?
A bus journey from Cali to Santa Marta produces an estimated 22.502425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/05

THB 2,164

02/05

THB 2,161

Today

THB 2,163

04/05

THB 2,167

05/05

THB 2,163

06/05

THB 2,167

07/05

THB 2,141

08/05

THB 2,163

The cheapest trip from Cali to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on 7 May 2026 with a price of THB 2,141

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

You can expect to pay from THB 2,141 to THB 2,167 for a bus ticket from Cali to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 2,141, which is on 2026-05-07.