What is the cheapest way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

The cheapest way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

The fastest way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta is to fly and bus which takes 3h 45m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga and arriving at Terminal Santa Marta. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

The distance between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta is 589 km. The road distance is 538.4 km.

How do I travel from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta without a car?

The best way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta without a car is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $27 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucaramanga to Santa Marta bus from?

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

Where does the Bucaramanga to Santa Marta bus arrive?

Bucaramanga to Santa Marta bus services, operated by Copetran, arrive at Terminal Santa Marta station.

Can I drive from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucaramanga to Santa Marta is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

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Where can I stay near Santa Marta?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Santa Marta.

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

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

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Fly to Simón Bolívar International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR)plane BGA - SMR
2. Take the bus from Ruta 15 - Parada 01 to Ruta 15 - Parada 39bus
2h 33m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal Santa Martabus
10h 20m
$27–55
Drive 538.4 km
1. Drive from Bucaramanga to Santa Martacar 538.4 km
8h
$29–41
Fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)plane BGA - BAQ
2. Take the bus from Terminal Metropolitana de Barranquilla to Terminal Santa Martabus
3h 45m
$115–308
Fly to Cartagena, bus
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Cartagena (CTG)plane BGA - CTG
2. Take the bus from Oficina Transportes Marsol to Terminal Santa Martabus
7h 40m
$123–286

Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 588.7 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Bucaramanga, Colombia and Santa Marta, Colombia?

Copetran operates a bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal Santa Marta every 4 hours. Tickets cost $36–55 and the journey takes 10h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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