What is the cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Popayán?

The cheapest way to get from Cartagena to Popayán is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 18h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartagena to Popayán?

The fastest way to get from Cartagena to Popayán is to fly which takes 5h and costs $240 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Cartagena and Popayán?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartagena to Popayán. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena and arriving at Popayán via Terminal del Norte and Terminal de Transporte Cali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 11m.

How far is it from Cartagena to Popayán?

The distance between Cartagena and Popayán is 908 km. The road distance is 1177.2 km.

How do I travel from Cartagena to Popayán without a car?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Popayán without a car is to bus via Medellín which takes 25h 11m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Cartagena to Popayán?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cartagena to Popayán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartagena to Popayán bus from?

Cartagena to Popayán bus services, operated by Expreso Brasilia, depart from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena station.

Bus or fly from Cartagena to Popayán?

The best way to get from Cartagena to Popayán is to fly which takes 5h and costs $240 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus via Medellín, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 25h 11m.

Where does the Cartagena to Popayán bus arrive?

Cartagena to Popayán bus services, operated by Expreso Brasilia, arrive at Terminal del Norte station.

Can I drive from Cartagena to Popayán?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartagena to Popayán is 1177 km. It takes approximately 18h 32m to drive from Cartagena to Popayán.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cartagena to Popayán?

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Where can I stay near Popayán?

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Cartagena to Popayán - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cartagena to Popayán by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Cartagena
best
1. Fly from Cartagena (CTG) to Popayan Airport (PPN)plane CTG - PPN
5h
$240–440
Drive 1,177.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cartagena to Popayáncar 1,177.2 km
18h 32m
$62–89
Bus via Medellín
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena to Terminal del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Norte to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Popayánbus
25h 11m
$74–122
Bus to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena to Terminal Metropolitana de Barranquillabus
2. Fly from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to Popayan Airport (PPN)plane BAQ - PPN
6h 47m
$122–724
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena to Terminal Metropolitana de Barranquillabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Metropolitana de Barranquilla to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Popayánbus
30h 8m
$85–136
Bus via Bogotá
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena to Terminal Salitrebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal Popayánbus
37h
$96–151

Cartagena (CTG) to Popayan Airport (PPN) flights

38Weekly Planes

4h 54mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 907.9 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Cartagena, Colombia and Popayán, Colombia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Easyfly, and two other airlines fly from Cartagena (CTG) to Popayan Airport (PPN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena to Popayán via Terminal del Norte and Terminal de Transporte Cali in around 25h 11m.

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