How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Santa Marta start from $39. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Santa Marta is 19h, covering a distance of 453 miles (731 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Santa Marta route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia , Copetran , Berlinas del Fonce , Rapido Ochoa , Expreso del Sol , Omega , Continental BUS , Flota Aguila , Bolivariano .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Santa Marta at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

A bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso del Sol , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Expreso del Sol has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Expreso del Sol , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Santa Marta?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso del Sol , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Next departures for Bogotá to Santa Marta on February 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:59pm	BOGOTA - Terminal del Norte	21h 31m	9:30pm	Terminal Santa Marta	Cheapest
Bus	8:01pm	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	15h 50m	11:51am	Terminal Santa Marta	Fastest
Bus	10:01am	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	22h	8:01am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	19h 15m	11:00am	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	Bogotá - Terminal de Salitre	22h	9:30pm	Terminal Santa Marta	No tags

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Get from Bogotá to Santa Marta

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

19hAverage Duration

453 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bogotá and Santa Marta?

Stops in Bogotá

A
Bogotá - Terminal del Sur
Terminal del Sur, Cl. 57n Bis Sur #75f-32, Bogotá, Colombia
B
Bogotá (Terminal Salitre)
Terminal Salitre, Bogotá, Colombia

Stops in Santa Marta

A
Terminal Santa Marta
Cra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Expreso Brasilia

3/51,971 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

According to 17 reviews, Expreso Brasilia received a 2.9-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the ticket access, but some complained about the timeliness. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Expreso Brasilia Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews

Journey was timely and the bus was fairly comfortable. Staff were helpful at the bus station. Only negative point, the toilet had no water and did not flush which was very unpleasant on a 19 hour journey

Violet C.

January 24, 2024

I bought a ticket for the 10am buss to santa marta and got to the terminal on time only to find out that they didnt have any busses leaving until 3pm. I specifically bought a bus for 10am because i had plans in santa marta for mid day the next day. Needless to say i missed a meeting with a client who was quit upset. Not too impressed. There was no delay, there just were not any busses leaving at 10...

Wilson S.

March 29, 2019

Your service is horrible. The drivers are very negligent always driving by the illegal side. Their attitude was hostile and permit ambulatory seller at the bus disturbing us. And finally never the driver put sanitary paper at the bathroom. And they make more than ten stop and by this reason the trip was over 19 hours, when the ticket said 16 and a half hours.

Celestino R.

January 4, 2018

Copetran

3/51,040 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

According to 32 reviews, Copetran received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness, but some complained about the wifi. Copetran ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Copetran Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews

I caught a Copetran bus in Bogota to take me to Santa Marta. The trip was supposed to take just under 16 hours. So, I caught it in the evening, planning to sleep all night and then take in some scenery in the morning before arriving in SM. When I woke up, I found we were nowhere near our destination. We were almost 7 hours late! - no one acknowledged the extended trip, let alone apologized for it -the ac was extra-freezing -the bathrooms smelled terrible and had no running water or soap!! -no wi-fi

Emily Y.

August 10, 2025

Bus was comfortable. However the journey was 10 hours longer than scheduled. Not good at all

Sam B.

August 5, 2023

A very long bus ride to not be provided with a meal. No toilet paper, soap or water by midnight on the journey. Only one charging point that my next door neighbour commandeered for the entire journey. Just average overall.

Kahlee C.

June 24, 2019

Berlinas del Fonce

4/5168 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.3

According to 19 reviews, Berlinas del Fonce received a 3.7-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness, but some complained about the timeliness. Berlinas del Fonce ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Berlinas del Fonce Bogotá Santa Marta recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and the people nice. But: the seats where uncomfortable, the bus ac was turned to freezing and bevore we even started we had a delay of 45 minutes. Due to traffic and frequent sops the 45 minutes turned in to 4,5 hours...

Simon W.

May 15, 2024

Expected 3 seats per row (there were 4 seats per row), so it was more cramped. Passengers smoked in the toilets. The bus left Bogotá at least 30 minutes late.

Himesh B.

November 13, 2016

Very comfortable

Eoin M.

August 18, 2023

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5635 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.5

Expreso del Sol

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Omega

3/575 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.7

Continental BUS

4/57 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.5

Flota Aguila

Bolivariano

3.5/52,228 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bogotá to Santa Marta start from $39. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
The average bus trip duration from Bogotá to Santa Marta is 19h, covering a distance of 453 miles (731 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Bogotá to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Berlinas del Fonce, Rapido Ochoa, Expreso del Sol, Omega, Continental BUS, Flota Aguila, Bolivariano.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Bogotá to Santa Marta at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso del Sol, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Expreso del Sol has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Expreso del Sol, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bogotá to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso del Sol, 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

02/13

$44

02/14

$44

Today

$44

02/16

$44

02/17

$44

02/18

$44

02/19

$44

02/20

$44

The cheapest trip from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $47 for a bus ticket from Bogotá to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2026-02-16.

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.