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Today12 Jul
from US$42
Tomorrow13 Jul
from US$40
Mon14 Jul
from US$40
Tue15 Jul
from US$40
Wed16 Jul
from US$45
Thu17 Jul
from US$45
Fri18 Jul
from US$45
Sat19 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Expreso BrasiliaExpreso Brasilia
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 14 July at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Rápido OchoaRápido Ochoa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 July at
    Departure city: Medellin
    Departure location: Terminal del Norte
    Arrival time: 13 July at
    Destination city: Cartagena
    Destination location: Terminal de Cartagena
    Operated by: Rápido Ochoa + Unitransco
    Rápido Ochoa + Unitransco
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Medellin to Cartagena: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$51
Average bus trip duration14h 5m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure04:30
Distance285 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Medellin to Cartagena Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Medellin - Cartagena, CO

  1. What's the distance between Medellin and Cartagena by coach?

    The distance between Medellin and Cartagena by coach is approximately 288 miles (465 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Medellin to Cartagena without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/07
US$41
11/07
US$40
Today
US$38
13/07
US$38
14/07
US$38
15/07
US$38
16/07
US$43
17/07
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Medellin to Cartagena was searched and found on 12 Jul 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Cartagena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2025-07-13.

Usually Rápido Ochoa 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Medellin to Cartagena.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Medellin to Cartagena.

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 Cartagena that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Medellin to Cartagena while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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

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