How far is Cartagena from Valledupar by coach?

The distance between Valledupar and Cartagena by coach is approximately 151 miles (243 km).

Is there a way to reach Cartagena from Valledupar without a car?

You can travel to Cartagena from Valledupar by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Valledupar to Cartagena from £20 | Compare & Save up to 16%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Valledupar to Cartagena on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:00	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	05:25	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	03:20	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	23:01	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	06:51	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valledupar to Cartagena on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	12:40	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	09:30	Valledupar Bus Station	7h	16:30	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	16:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	00:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	02:45	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	10:35	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	21:00	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	05:25	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valledupar to Cartagena on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	12:40	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	09:30	Valledupar Bus Station	7h	16:30	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	10:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	18:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	02:45	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	10:35	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	13:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	21:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valledupar to Cartagena on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	12:40	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	09:30	Valledupar Bus Station	7h	16:30	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	10:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	18:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	02:45	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	10:35	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	13:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	21:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

Next departures from Valledupar to Cartagena on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:15	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	12:40	Terminal de Cartagena	Cheapest
Bus	09:30	Valledupar Bus Station	7h	16:30	Terminal de Cartagena	Fastest
Bus	10:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	18:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	02:45	Valledupar Bus Station	7h 50m	10:35	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags
Bus	13:30	Terminal Valledupar	8h 25m	21:55	Terminal de Cartagena	No tags

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Get from Valledupar to Cartagena

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

7h 50mAverage duration

151 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Valledupar and Cartagena?

Stops in Valledupar

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Terminal Valledupar
Terminal de Valledupar, Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia
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Stops in Cartagena

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Terminal de Cartagena
Tv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,922 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi1.3

Copetran

3/51,012 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.4

Based on 1012 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at £17

Copetran Valledupar Cartagena recent customer reviews

The driver first played music really loud, while all passengers wanted to sleep - at 3 A.M. It was freezing cold in the bus.

Vivi Ann G.

9 July 2019

On time, smooth ride, clean bus, courteous drivers

Celia R.

4 May 2018

Time line fine, service horrible

Louise Joanna W.

4 March 2018

Unitransco

3/5737 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Valledupar to Cartagena, CO

How far is Cartagena from Valledupar by coach?
The distance between Valledupar and Cartagena by coach is approximately 151 miles (243 km).
Is there a way to reach Cartagena from Valledupar without a car?
You can travel to Cartagena from Valledupar by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

19/11

£20

20/11

£20

Today

£20

22/11

£20

23/11

£20

24/11

£20

25/11

£20

26/11

£20

The cheapest trip from Valledupar to Cartagena, CO was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £21 for a bus ticket from Valledupar to Cartagena, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually Expreso Brasilia 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.