According to 62 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 2.8-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the seats, but some complained about the wifi. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Expreso Brasilia Medellin Santa Marta recent customer reviews
It ended up taking 24hours to get from Medellin - Santa Marta and was freezing on the bus
1 out of 5 stars
Georgia H.
The bus was late in 2 hours, people were standing there looking so lost because they had no idea what's going on as was I, no one from the company to explain, no order everything is so messed, ordered direct to Santa Marta but had to switch bus anyway. Terrible company.
1 out of 5 stars
Simon S.
Trip ran to schedule but no toilet paper or real bathroom break for 16 hours. The driver started blasting music at 5am
According to multiple reviews, there have been significant delays in the service, with some customers reporting being 6 hours late. Additionally, there are complaints about inaccurate travel times on tickets, as a trip that was supposed to take 15 hours ended up taking 23. These issues seem consistent across several reviews and should be taken into consideration by potential travelers.
Rápido Ochoa Medellin Santa Marta recent customer reviews
The bus was 3 hours late to Santa Marta, wifi did not work and the bus was extremely cold but the bus driver would not turn down the air conditioning
2 out of 5 stars
Seif Z.
My bus was 5 hours late to our destination and our driver got pulled over my police.
1 out of 5 stars
Armond F.
- Very long journey, drivers stopped a lot to let people in and out. Overall more than 4 hours late.
- Very strong AC during the night was super cold.
- Music playing until late
+ Bus clean.
Based on 1009 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $51
Based on 72 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. Omega ticket prices on this trip start at $44
Based on 482 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Coomotor ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Based on 84 reviews, the company was rated 1.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Rápido Tolima ticket prices on this trip start at $59
Based on 2179 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Bolivariano ticket prices on this trip start at $59
Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the wifi but often complained with the power outlets. Gomez Hernandez ticket prices on this trip start at $65
Based on 16 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Sotrauraba ticket prices on this trip start at $20
Based on 50 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Flota Magdalena ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Based on 136 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Empresa Arauca ticket prices on this trip start at $61
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Where are the popular stops in Medellin and Santa Marta?
Stops in Medellin
A - Terminal del Norte
Medellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,ColombiaTerminal del Norte
B - Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Frequently asked questions for your trip Medellin - Santa Marta, CO
What is the distance between Medellin and Santa Marta?
The distance separating Medellin and Santa Marta is 358 miles (578 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Medellin to Santa Marta?
If you're headed to Santa Marta from Medellin, chances are that your bus will leave from Terminal del Norte and arrive at Terminal Santa Marta. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/22
$50
10/23
$40
Today
$40
10/25
$40
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$40
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$40
10/28
$40
10/29
$40
The cheapest trip from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of $40
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $54 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-10-28.
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.
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Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Medellin to Santa Marta but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Medellin to Santa Marta, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Medellin to Santa Marta.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Medellin to Santa Marta, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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The cheapest trip from Medellin to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Oct 28, 2025 with a price of $40
