Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal de Cucuta | Terminal Santa Marta | CheapestFastest | ||||
Expreso Brasilia + Copetran | Bus | Terminal de Cucuta | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal de Cucuta | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal de Cucuta | SANTA MARTA | No tags | ||||
Copetran + Expreso Brasilia | Bus | Terminal de Cucuta | Terminal Santa Marta | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:42 PM -05.
Get from Cúcuta to Santa Marta
The journey takes about 14 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cúcuta and Santa Marta?
Stops in Santa Marta
- ACra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cúcuta 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 Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cúcuta to Santa Marta start from $36. The average price for this route is around $51. 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 Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
The average bus trip duration from Cúcuta to Santa Marta is 14h 21m, covering a distance of 256 miles (413 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 21m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Cúcuta to Santa Marta route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Cotranal.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
The earliest bus departs from Cúcuta to Santa Marta at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
A bus trip from Cúcuta to Santa Marta generates an estimated 10 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 Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
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 1922 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
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 Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Copetran, with a punctuality rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cúcuta to Santa Marta?
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 Cúcuta to Santa Marta, CO was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cúcuta to Santa Marta, CO, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $45 for a bus ticket from Cúcuta to Santa Marta, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-28.
