How much is the bus ticket from Cartagena to Maicao?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cartagena to Maicao start from $22. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 Cartagena to Maicao?

The average bus trip duration from Cartagena to Maicao is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 229 miles (370 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Cartagena to Maicao route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia , Unitransco , Copetran , Almirante Padilla S.A. , Rapido Ochoa , Berlitur .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cartagena to Maicao?

The earliest bus departs from Cartagena to Maicao at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao?

A bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao generates an estimated 9 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 Cartagena to Maicao?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa , with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 631 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cartagena to Maicao?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Cartagena to Maicao?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cartagena to Maicao?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cartagena to Maicao from $21 | Compare & Save up to 30%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cartagena to Maicao on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	2:00am	Terminal Maicao	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	5:28am	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	1:32pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	3:47pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	5:17pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Maicao on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	2:00am	Terminal Maicao	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	5:28am	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	1:32pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	3:47pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	5:17pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Maicao on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	2:00am	Terminal Maicao	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	5:28am	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	1:32pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	3:47pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	5:17pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Next departures for Cartagena to Maicao on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h	2:00am	Terminal Maicao	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00pm	Terminal de Cartagena	7h 28m	5:28am	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	1:32pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	3:47pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags
Bus	8:45am	Terminal de Cartagena	8h 32m	5:17pm	Terminal Maicao	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:11 AM -05.

Get from Cartagena to Maicao

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

229 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cartagena and Maicao?

Stops in Cartagena

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Terminal de Cartagena
Tv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
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Stops in Maicao

A
Terminal Maicao
Cl. 16 #1c-51 a 1c-147, Maicao, La Guajira, Colombia
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Compare bus companies

Expreso Brasilia

3/51,942 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi1.3

Based on 1942 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Expreso Brasilia ticket prices on this trip start at $22

Expreso Brasilia Cartagena Maicao recent customer reviews

Arrive Two hours lete to the passengers terminal of Cartagena and many stops during trip!

Javier B.

January 31, 2020

excelente serivico

Olga L.

April 27, 2018

Unitransco

3/5747 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi0.8

Copetran

3/51,027 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.3

Almirante Padilla S.A.

1.5/5207 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness1.8

Wifi0.2

Rapido Ochoa

3.5/5632 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.5

Berlitur

CO bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cartagena, CO to Maicao 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 Cartagena to Maicao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cartagena to Maicao start from $22. The average price for this route is around $30. 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 Cartagena to Maicao?
The average bus trip duration from Cartagena to Maicao is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 229 miles (370 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Cartagena to Maicao route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco, Copetran, Almirante Padilla S.A., Rapido Ochoa, Berlitur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cartagena to Maicao?
The earliest bus departs from Cartagena to Maicao at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao?
A bus trip from Cartagena to Maicao generates an estimated 9 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 Cartagena to Maicao?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 631 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cartagena to Maicao?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cartagena to Maicao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cartagena to Maicao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01/06

$28

01/07

$28

Today

$29

01/09

$28

01/10

$28

01/11

$28

01/12

$28

01/13

$25

The cheapest trip from Cartagena, CO to Maicao was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $30 for a bus ticket from Cartagena, CO to Maicao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2026-01-13.

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.