Bus from Bogotá to Cali: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bogotá to Cali on April 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Expreso Bolivariano + Expreso Brasilia
Bus
BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur
Terminal CaliCheapest
Expreso PalmiraBus
BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur
Terminal CaliFastest
Flota MagdalenaBus
Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre
Terminal CaliNo tags
Expreso PalmiraBus
BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur
Terminal CaliNo tags
Expreso BolivarianoBus
BOGOTA - Terminal del Sur
Terminal CaliNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:51 PM -05.

Get from Bogotá to Cali

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

97bus per day
10h 56mAverage Duration
180 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bogotá to Cali by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Cali?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Cali start from $26. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bogotá to Cali?

    The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Cali is 10h 56m, covering a distance of 180 miles (290 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 47m and is operated by Expreso Palmira.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Cali route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 97 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Bolivariano, Velotax, Flota Magdalena, Coomotor, Empresa Arauca, Expreso Brasilia, Cootranshuila.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Cali?

    The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Cali at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Cali?

    A bus trip from Bogotá to Cali generates an estimated 7.225375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Cali?

    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 2236 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Cali?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.3.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Cali?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Cali?

    According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found
04/14
$28
04/15
$28
Today
$27
04/17
$27
04/18
$27
04/19
$27
04/20
$27
04/21
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bogotá to Cali was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bogotá to Cali, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $36 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Cali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-04-20.

Usually Velotax 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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