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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Cartagena | Terminal San Gil | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Cartagena | Terminal San Gil | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Cartagena | Terminal San Gil | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:33 PM -05.
Get from Cartagena to San Gil
The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cartagena and San Gil?
Stops in Cartagena
- ATv. 57 #24-236, Cartagena de Indias, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia
Stops in San Gil
- ASocorro Santander #26-96 a 26-222, San Gil, Santander, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cartagena, CO to San Gil, 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 Cartagena to San Gil?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cartagena to San Gil start from $37. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 San Gil?
The average bus trip duration from Cartagena to San Gil is 18h 30m, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Unitransco.
Which bus companies service the Cartagena to San Gil route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Brasilia, Unitransco, Copetran.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cartagena to San Gil?
The earliest bus departs from Cartagena to San Gil at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cartagena to San Gil?
A bus trip from Cartagena to San Gil generates an estimated 12 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 San Gil?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Expreso Brasilia, with an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars based on 1938 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cartagena to San Gil?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Copetran has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cartagena to San Gil?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Copetran, with a punctuality rating of 2.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cartagena to San Gil?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Copetran, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cartagena, CO to San Gil, CO was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cartagena, CO to San Gil, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $67 to $68 for a bus ticket from Cartagena, CO to San Gil, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2026-01-06.
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