What is the cheapest way to get from Cali to Maracaibo?

The cheapest way to get from Cali to Maracaibo is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 20h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cali to Maracaibo?

The fastest way to get from Cali to Maracaibo is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $340 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Cali and Maracaibo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cali to Maracaibo. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transporte Cali and arriving at Maracaibo via Terminal Salitre, Terminal Cúcuta and Terminal San Cristóbal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 48m.

How far is it from Cali to Maracaibo?

The distance between Cali and Maracaibo is 978 km. The road distance is 1360 km.

How do I travel from Cali to Maracaibo without a car?

The best way to get from Cali to Maracaibo without a car is to bus and rideshare which takes 35h 45m and costs $100 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Cali to Maracaibo?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Cali to Maracaibo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cali to Maracaibo bus from?

Cali to Maracaibo bus services, operated by Velotax, depart from Terminal de Transporte Cali station.

Bus or fly from Cali to Maracaibo?

The best way to get from Cali to Maracaibo is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $340 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $140 and takes 38h 48m.

Where does the Cali to Maracaibo bus arrive?

Cali to Maracaibo bus services, operated by Velotax, arrive at Terminal Salitre station.

What is the time difference between Cali and Maracaibo?

Maracaibo is 1h ahead of Cali. It is currently 4:34 AM in Cali and 5:34 AM in Maracaibo.

Can I drive from Cali to Maracaibo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cali to Maracaibo is 1360 km. It takes approximately 20h 5m to drive from Cali to Maracaibo.

Where can I stay near Maracaibo?

There are eight+ hotels available in Maracaibo.

Cali to Maracaibo - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, taxi, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Cali to Maracaibo by plane, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cali (CLO) to Maracaibo (MAR)plane CLO - MAR
5h 16m
$344–479
Drive 1,360 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cali to Maracaibocar 1,360 km
20h 5m
$71–103
Bus, drive, taxi
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal de Transportes de Valleduparbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar to Terminal de Transportes de Maicaobus
3. Drive from Terminal de Transportes de Maicao to La Candelitacar
4. Take the taxi from San Benito to Maracaibotaxi
28h 30m
$187–263
Bus, rideshare
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Cúcutabus
2. Take the rideshare from Cúcuta to Terminal San Cristóbalrideshare
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Cristóbal to Maracaibobus
35h 45m
$102–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Salitrebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal Cúcutabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Cúcuta to Terminal San Cristóbalbus
4. Take the bus from Terminal San Cristóbal to Maracaibobus
38h 48m
$103–138

Cali (CLO) to Maracaibo (MAR) flights

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4h 42mAverage Duration

$117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 977.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Cali, Colombia and Maracaibo, Venezuela?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Copa Airlines, and JetSMART fly from Cali (CLO) to Maracaibo (MAR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Maracaibo via Terminal Salitre, Terminal Cúcuta, and Terminal San Cristóbal in around 38h 48m.

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