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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Melgar | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Melgar | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Melgar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur | Melgar | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre | Melgar | No tags |
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Get from Bogotá to Melgar
The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just R 141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bogotá to Melgar by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Melgar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Melgar start at R 141. The average price for this route is around R 188. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bogotá to Melgar?
The average bus journey time from Bogotá to Melgar is 3h, covering a distance of 78 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Coomotor.
Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Melgar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Cooveracruz, Transpurificación, Coomotor.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Melgar?
The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Melgar at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Melgar?
A bus trip from Bogotá to Melgar produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Melgar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Coomotor, with an average rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 491 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Melgar?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Coomotor has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bogotá to Melgar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Coomotor, with a punctuality rating of 1.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Melgar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Coomotor, with a cleanliness rating of 3.6 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 Bogotá to Melgar was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 137To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bogotá to Melgar as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 137 to R 209 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Melgar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 137, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Transpurificación 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.
