How far is Cali from Medellin by coach?

The distance between Medellin and Cali by coach is approximately 204 miles (329 km).

What is the best way to go from Medellin to Cali without a car?

The best way to go from Medellin to Cali without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: 14 July at 10:00
Departure city: Medellin
Departure location: Terminal del Sur
Arrival time: 14 July at 18:20
Destination city: Cali
Destination location: Terminal Cali
Operated by: Bolivariano
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: 14 July at 05:30
Departure city: Medellin
Departure location: Terminal del Sur
Arrival time: 14 July at 13:30
Destination city: Cali
Destination location: Terminal Cali
Operated by: Arauca
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h
Departure time: 14 July at 12:30
Departure city: Medellin
Departure location: Terminal del Sur
Arrival time: 14 July at 20:50
Destination city: Cali
Destination location: Terminal Cali
Operated by: Bolivariano
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m
Departure time: 14 July at 05:30
Departure city: Medellin
Departure location: Terminal del Sur
Arrival time: 14 July at 13:30
Destination city: Cali
Destination location: Terminal Cali
Operated by: Arauca
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h
Departure time: 14 July at 03:00
Departure city: Medellin
Departure location: Terminal del Sur
Arrival time: 14 July at 15:00
Destination city: Cali
Destination location: Terminal Cali
Operated by: Flota Magdalena
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h

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Bus Medellin to Cali: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25

Average bus trip duration8h 20m

Number of daily buses32

Earliest bus departure00:30

Distance201 miles

Latest bus departure23:55

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Empresa Arauca

3/5130 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.2

According to 13 reviews, Empresa Arauca received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Empresa Arauca ticket prices on this trip start at US$19

Arauca Medellin Cali recent customer reviews

Siempre mucho frio, por que…. no anuncian una hora de llegada y el autobús llega 2 horas tarde

Marcus T.

3 January 2024

The app told me to go to the north terminal and there was not terminal on the ticket once it was printed out. Thus, I ended up at the wrong bus terminal. Had to pay a taxi driver to rush me to the south terminal before 9 am. He go me there but in 15 min. Because traffic was light. Not happy. The the bus left 30 min late, we did not arrive in Cali till 9pm. When I bought the tickets it said 9 am departure, arrival time 5pm. Now I would give the bus and 1.5hours of grace because of the construction. But still that 4 hours. Late. Let's just say not happy!

Bevin C.

8 March 2017

Good bus but the journey took way longer than stated (more like 11 hours)

Lauren M.

9 August 2024

Bolivariano

3.5/52,153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.9

Users have reported some issues with seat reservations, indicating that seats were double-booked or not accurately assigned by the app. However, in cases where this occurred, alternative seating arrangements were successfully made to accommodate passengers.

Bolivariano Medellin Cali recent customer reviews

Habíamos reservado mi asiento dos veces, por lo que ya había otra persona sentada en mi banco, pero afortunadamente me encontraron otro asiento :)

Milene G.

29 December 2024

Perfect journey. First time I've been on one of your buses where the Aircon wasn't freezing. Finally a bus I could sleep on 🤙

Lynton D.

21 November 2019

A 10 hour bus with no charging ports is a joke. I also misplaced my luggage tag so the guy said I had to pay him, which I knew couldn’t be true, so I gave him what was in my pocket and he told me to get off the bus.

Robbie B.

8 October 2019

Expreso Palmira

3.5/5315 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi1.1

Based on 315 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expreso Palmira ticket prices on this trip start at US$19

Expreso Palmira Medellin Cali recent customer reviews

We got to the bus station and the bus we booked was not running.

Mikhaila S.

22 February 2025

Flota Magdalena

3/545 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

WiFi2.1

Based on 45 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Flota Magdalena ticket prices on this trip start at US$21

Flota Magdalena Medellin Cali recent customer reviews

Very rude driver, no comfortable chargers, no wifi as indicated, driver drove too fast on a road that was dangerous

Letizia M.

26 August 2022

Coomotor

3/5466 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi0.9

Flota Occidental

3.5/5620 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2

Rápido Tolima

1.5/583 reviews

Staff2.3

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness2.2

WiFi0.2

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5606 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi1.5

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,887 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi1.3

CO Bus Companies: Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Coomotor, Bolivariano, Expreso Palmira, Unitransco

Medellin to Cali Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Medellin to Cali, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Medellin and Cali?

Stops in Medellin

A - Terminal del Norte

B - Terminal Norte

Stops in Cali

A - Terminal Cali

Frequently asked questions on the trip Medellin - Cali

How far is Cali from Medellin by coach?
The distance between Medellin and Cali by coach is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
What is the best way to go from Medellin to Cali without a car?
The best way to go from Medellin to Cali without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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

Best price found

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US$21

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US$21

Today

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US$21

The cheapest trip from Medellin to Cali was searched and found on 11 Jul 2025 with a price of US$21

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

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$29 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Cali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-07-18.

Usually Expreso Palmira, Arauca 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Medellin and Cali!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Medellin to Cali, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Medellin to Cali that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Medellin to Cali.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus Medellin to Cali: Trip Overview

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Medellin - Cali

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