Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal del Sur | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal del Sur | No tags | ||||
Arauca + Flota Occidental | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal del Sur | No tags | ||||
Expreso Palmira + Flota Occidental | Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal del Sur | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal del Sur | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 PM -05.
Get from Manizales to Medellin
The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 365, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manizales and Medellin?
Stops in Manizales
- A
Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
Stops in Medellin
- AMedellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
- B
Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
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According to customer reviews, the driver Juan provided excellent service and was friendly. However, there were mechanical problems that caused delays of up to 2.5 hours. Despite this issue, customers appreciated being transferred to alternative buses from other companies during the journey.
Arauca Manizales Medellin recent customer reviews
Bus was okay and driver was good but journey took a very long time due to roadworks and heavy traffic. Not the fault of Arauca but the journey wS not enjoyable.
Rob C.
In fact we have had a mechanical problem. But,we have been split on about 5 buses from others companies heading to the destination. I arrived 2.5 hours late.
Pierre L.
The driver juan was terrific.. He treated for a coffee.. and was very pleasant..
Khalil H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manizales to Medellin 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 Manizales to Medellin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manizales to Medellin start at R 365. The average price for this route is around R 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manizales to Medellin?
The average bus journey time from Manizales to Medellin is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 131 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Empresa Arauca.
Which bus companies service the Manizales to Medellin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manizales to Medellin?
The earliest bus departs from Manizales to Medellin at 04:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manizales to Medellin?
A bus trip from Manizales to Medellin produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manizales to Medellin was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 356To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manizales to Medellin as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 356 to R 373 for a bus ticket from Manizales to Medellin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 356, which is on 2025-12-19.
