What is the cheapest way to get from Bogotá to Medellín?

The cheapest way to get from Bogotá to Medellín is to drive which costs $20 - $35 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bogotá to Medellín?

The fastest way to get from Bogotá to Medellín is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs $100 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Bogotá and Medellín?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Salitre and arriving at Terminal del Norte. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Bogotá to Medellín?

The distance between Bogotá and Medellín is 245 km. The road distance is 401.3 km.

How do I travel from Bogotá to Medellín without a car?

The best way to get from Bogotá to Medellín without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Bogotá to Medellín?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Bogotá to Medellín, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bogotá to Medellín bus from?

Bogotá to Medellín bus services, operated by Copetran, depart from Terminal Salitre station.

Bus or fly from Bogotá to Medellín?

The best way to get from Bogotá to Medellín is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $65 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 9h.

Where does the Bogotá to Medellín bus arrive?

Bogotá to Medellín bus services, operated by Copetran, arrive at Terminal Transportes Honda station.

Can I drive from Bogotá to Medellín?

Yes, the driving distance between Bogotá to Medellín is 401 km. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Bogotá to Medellín.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bogotá to Medellín?

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Where can I stay near Medellín?

There are 2900+ hotels available in Medellín.

Bogotá to Medellín - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Bogotá to Medellín by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova
best
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE)plane BOG - MDE
3h 3m
$67–193
Drive 401.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bogotá to Medellíncar 401.3 km
6h 36m
$21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal Transportes Hondabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Honda to Terminal del Nortebus
9h
$41–71
Fly to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)plane BOG - EOH
3h 2m
$100–350
Bus via La Vega
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to La Vegabus
2. Take the bus from La Vega to Hondabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Honda to Terminal del Nortebus
9h 21m
$42–74
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal del Nortebus
9h 30m
$26–65
Bus via Puerto Boyacá
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Puerto Boyacábus
2. Take the bus from Puerto Boyacá to Terminal del Nortebus
12h 6m
$34–50

Bogotá to Medellín by bus

224Weekly Buses

9h 30mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Bogotá, Colombia and Medellín, Colombia?

AeroRepública, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., and two other airlines fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal del Norte via Terminal de Honda in around 9h.

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