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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Expreso Bolivariano + Arauca | Bus | Terminal del Sur | Transportation Terminal Manizales | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Terminal del Sur | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags | ||||
Flota Occidental + Arauca | Bus | Terminal del Sur | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags | ||||
Expreso Bolivariano + Arauca | Bus | Terminal del Sur | Transportation Terminal Manizales | No tags |
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Get from Medellin to Manizales
The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just SGD 23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Medellin and Manizales?
Stops in Medellin
- AMedellin Terminal del Norte, Cra. 64c #78, Medellín, Antioquia,Colombia
- B
Terminal Norte
Vías Terminal Del Nte., Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia
Stops in Manizales
- A
Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
Compare bus companies
Based on 154 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Empresa Arauca ticket prices on this trip start at SGD 30
Arauca Medellin Manizales recent customer reviews
Everything !
Manuel Z.
Good driver, no loud music, beautiful scenery
Peggy M.
Quick, safe trip.
Andre T.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Medellin to Manizales 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 Medellin to Manizales?
The cheapest bus tickets from Medellin to Manizales start from SGD 23. The average price for this route is around SGD 32. 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 Medellin to Manizales?
The average bus trip duration from Medellin to Manizales is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Empresa Arauca.
Which bus companies service the Medellin to Manizales route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Medellin to Manizales?
The earliest bus departs from Medellin to Manizales at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Medellin to Manizales?
A bus trip from Medellin to Manizales generates an estimated 3.2543500000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Medellin to Manizales was searched and found on May 9, 2026 with a price of SGD 29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Medellin to Manizales, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SGD 29 to SGD 30 for a bus ticket from Medellin to Manizales based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 29 which is on 2026-05-09.
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