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

The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Marta to Bogotá start from £20. The average price for this route is around £38. 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 Santa Marta to Bogotá?

The average bus journey time from Santa Marta to Bogotá is 19h, covering a distance of 453 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Bogotá route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia , Copetran , Berlinas del Fonce , Rapido Ochoa .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Bogotá at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.

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

A bus journey from Santa Marta to Bogotá produces an estimated 18.25515 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Santa Marta to Bogotá?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Marta to Bogotá?

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 Bogotá?

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 Bogotá from £31 | Compare & Save up to 37%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Santa Marta to Bogotá on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h 20m	08:20	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h	12:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Terminal Santa Marta	18h 30m	08:30	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	18:30	Terminal Santa Marta	19h 30m	14:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	14:45	Terminal Santa Marta	19h	09:45	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags

Next departures from Santa Marta to Bogotá on 20 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h 20m	08:20	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h	12:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Terminal Santa Marta	18h 30m	08:30	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	18:30	Terminal Santa Marta	19h 30m	14:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	14:45	Terminal Santa Marta	19h	09:45	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags

Next departures from Santa Marta to Bogotá on 22 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h 20m	08:20	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Cheapest
Bus	20:00	Terminal Santa Marta	16h	12:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	Fastest
Bus	14:00	Terminal Santa Marta	18h 30m	08:30	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	18:30	Terminal Santa Marta	19h 30m	14:00	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags
Bus	14:45	Terminal Santa Marta	19h	09:45	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	No tags

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Get from Santa Marta to Bogotá

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

19hAverage duration

453 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and Bogotá?

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 Bogotá

A
Bogotá - Terminal del Sur
Terminal del Sur, Cl. 57n Bis Sur #75f-32, Bogotá, Colombia
B
Bogotá (Terminal Salitre)
Terminal Salitre, Bogotá, Colombia

Compare bus companies

Expreso Brasilia

3.1/52,002 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wi‑Fi1.3

According to 18 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 3.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the temperature. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at £20

Expreso Brasilia Santa Marta Bogotá recent customer reviews

Bus was cancelled and I had to go to another village to go to Bogota from there. Furthermore, it was fine.

Amber V.

6 February 2024

Our (2) TVs didnt work. As that is the only activity, it seems wrong to pay the extremely high price and not getting everything that is included. Also, the seats on the back row don’t go back almost at all so it was impossible to sleep -> very uncomfortable trip.

Erika N.

8 January 2019

The trip from Santa Marta to Bogota' was ok by South America standards I guess

Patrizia V.

15 April 2023

Copetran

2.9/51,046 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi1.3

According to customer reviews, there are complaints about the bus being excessively cold and experiencing long delays without clear explanations. Additionally, some customers mention rude and unhelpful staff. It is recommended to consider alternative bus companies for a more comfortable travel experience.

Copetran Santa Marta Bogotá recent customer reviews

Charger places didn’t work, ac didn’t work in some of the seats (for example mine), screans didn’t turn on and they were broken or seats didn’t even have them, BUS WAS 6 HOURS LATE and almost missed my flight because of that. It was supposed to arrive 8:20 in the morning and we ended up arriving at 14:03

Nea U.

22 July 2025

It was an ok bus itself but it was 4 hours delayed and also they didn't pack the bags very well I had fish water leak all over my belongings and clothes

Salihah D.

20 February 2025

The bus journey was a lot longer than stated, which I think is normal in Colombia.the bus also makes many stops. The seats were comfortable, but there was a bad smell for most of the trip. The bathroom in the bus was okay, but pretty dirty by the end. An hour before arriving they put us in a different bus which wasn't the luxury service I booked

Stefanie H.

19 May 2024

Berlinas del Fonce

4.1/5168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.3

According to 39 reviews, Berlinas del Fonce received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. Berlinas del Fonce ticket prices on this trip start at £27

Berlinas del Fonce Santa Marta Bogotá recent customer reviews

We asked the lady at the front desk if there was going to be a stop for dinner, she said yes. For dinner and for breakfast. I asked her to be sure if we needed to buy food before leaving. She said no need. Unfortunately, there was no stop for dinner

Saar M.

28 January 2020

Very comfortable bus with wifi working the whole journey. Unfortunately it was very cold on the bus, so don't forget to bring warm clothes.

Anna-maria F.

24 November 2019

My only bad comment is that the bus was leaking from the rainfall. Other than that, good company

Clarissa V.

9 January 2019

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5640 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi1.4

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

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

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 Santa Marta to Bogotá?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santa Marta to Bogotá start from £20. The average price for this route is around £38. 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 Santa Marta to Bogotá?
The average bus journey time from Santa Marta to Bogotá is 19h, covering a distance of 453 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15h 15m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to Bogotá route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Berlinas del Fonce, Rapido Ochoa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to Bogotá?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to Bogotá at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to Bogotá?
A bus journey from Santa Marta to Bogotá produces an estimated 18.25515 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Santa Marta to Bogotá?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Berlinas del Fonce, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 168 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to Bogotá?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Berlinas del Fonce has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Marta to Bogotá?
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 Bogotá?
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

15/04

£32

16/04

£32

Today

£31

18/04

£31

19/04

£31

20/04

£32

21/04

£31

22/04

£31

The cheapest trip from Santa Marta, CO to Bogotá was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of £31

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 Bogotá as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £31 to £36 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to Bogotá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2026-04-21.

Usually Berlinas del Fonce 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.