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

The cheapest way to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $140 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Bucaramanga and Medellín?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga and arriving at Terminal del Norte. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Bucaramanga to Medellín?

The distance between Bucaramanga and Medellín is 313 km. The road distance is 379.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $26 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucaramanga to Medellín bus from?

Bucaramanga to Medellín bus services, operated by Copetran, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga station.

Bus or fly from Bucaramanga to Medellín?

The best way to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $120 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 8h.

Where does the Bucaramanga to Medellín bus arrive?

Bucaramanga to Medellín bus services, operated by Copetran, arrive at Terminal del Norte station.

Can I drive from Bucaramanga to Medellín?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucaramanga to Medellín is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Bucaramanga to Medellín.

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

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Where can I stay near Medellín?

There are 2900+ hotels available in Medellín.

Bucaramanga to Medellín - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bucaramanga to Medellín by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova
best
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE)plane BGA - MDE
2h 4m
$126–305
Drive 379.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bucaramanga to Medellíncar 379.6 km
5h 32m
$20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal del Nortebus
8h
$26–50
Fly to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)plane BGA - EOH
1h 48m
$141–445
Bus via Puerto Berrío
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Puerto Berríobus
2. Take the bus from Puerto Berrío to Terminal del Nortebus
8h 21m
$31–51

Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) flights

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1h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312.7 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and AeroRepública fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) twice daily. Alternatively, Copetran operates a bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal del Norte every 2 hours. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 8h. Two other operators also service this route.

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