Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus
| Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags | ||||
 | Bus
| Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Cali Bus Station | Popayan Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags | ||||
| Bus
| Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cali Bus Station | Popayan Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:05 -05.
Get from Cali to Popayán
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just MX$190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cali and Popayán
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cali to Popayán
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 Popayán?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cali to Popayán start from MX$190. The average price for this route is around MX$245. 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 Popayán?
The average bus journey time from Cali to Popayán is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 114 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Expreso Gaitana.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Popayán route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Bolivariano, Expreso Gaitana, Velotax, Coomotor, Expreso Palmira, Flota Magdalena.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Popayán?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Popayán at 04:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:31.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Popayán?
A bus journey from Cali to Popayán produces an estimated 2.829425 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 Cali to Popayán?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Popayán?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Velotax has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cali to Popayán?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cali to Popayán?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Velotax, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cali to Popayán was searched and found on 2 Oct 2026 with a price of MX$139To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cali to Popayán as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$139 to MX$231 for a bus ticket from Cali to Popayán based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$139, which is on 2026-10-03.
Usually Bolivariano 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.
