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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | Cheapest | ||||
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 | Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags | ||||
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| Bus | Terminal Cali | Terminal Popayan | No tags |
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Get from Cali to Popayán
The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cali to Popayán 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 Cali to Popayán?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Popayán start at R 121. The average price for this route is around R 198. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cali to Popayán?
The average bus journey time from Cali to Popayán is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 114 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by Flota Magdalena.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Popayán route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Gaitana, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor, Expreso Palmira, Cootranshuila.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Popayán?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Popayán at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Popayán?
A bus trip from Cali to Popayán produces an estimated 3 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 Cali to Popayán?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Palmira, with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 325 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Popayán?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Flota Magdalena has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
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 Expreso Palmira, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 117To 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 R 117 to R 191 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 R 117, which is on 2025-12-09.
