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 which takes 2h 46m and costs $110 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga and arriving at Ruta 11 - Parada 34 via Ruta 11 - Parada 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

How far is it from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

The distance between Bucaramanga and Santa Marta is 498 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 47m and costs $27 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m 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.

Bus or fly from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta?

The best way to get from Bucaramanga to Santa Marta is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $110 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $55 and takes 10h 47m.

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?

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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
best
1. Fly from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR)plane BGA - SMR
2h 46m
$111–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal Santa Martabus
10h 47m
$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
4h 13m
$115–309
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
8h 8m
$124–298

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

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Distance: 498 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

AeroRepública flies from Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) twice a week. Alternatively, 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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