What is the cheapest way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales?

The cheapest way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 11h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales?

The fastest way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $240 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Cúcuta and Manizales?

No, there is no direct bus from Cúcuta to Manizales. However, there are services departing from Terminal Cúcuta and arriving at Terminal de Transportes de Manizales via Pamplona and Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 2m.

How far is it from Cúcuta to Manizales?

The distance between Cúcuta and Manizales is 508 km. The road distance is 689.5 km.

How do I travel from Cúcuta to Manizales without a car?

The best way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales without a car is to bus via Bucaramanga which takes 15h 2m and costs $55 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Cúcuta to Manizales?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cúcuta to Manizales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cúcuta to Manizales bus from?

Cúcuta to Manizales bus services, operated by Los Motilones, depart from Terminal Cúcuta station.

Bus or fly from Cúcuta to Manizales?

The best way to get from Cúcuta to Manizales is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $240 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus via Bucaramanga, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 15h 2m.

Where does the Cúcuta to Manizales bus arrive?

Cúcuta to Manizales bus services, operated by Los Motilones, arrive at Pamplona station.

Can I drive from Cúcuta to Manizales?

Yes, the driving distance between Cúcuta to Manizales is 689 km. It takes approximately 11h 28m to drive from Cúcuta to Manizales.

Where can I stay near Manizales?

There are 415+ hotels available in Manizales.

Cúcuta to Manizales - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cúcuta to Manizales by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Manizales
best
1. Fly from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Manizales (MZL)plane CUC - MZL
3h 50m
$248–469
Drive 689.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cúcuta to Manizalescar 689.5 km
11h 28m
$36–52
Bus via Bucaramanga
1. Take the bus from Terminal Cúcuta to Pamplonabus
2. Take the bus from Pamplona to Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramangabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal de Transportes de Manizalesbus
15h 2m
$56–100
Fly to Pereira, bus
1. Fly from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Pereira (PEI)plane CUC - PEI
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Pereira to Terminal de Transportes de Manizalesbus
6h 25m
$142–299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Cúcuta to La Doradabus
2. Take the bus from La Dorada to Terminal de Transportes de Manizalesbus
16h 2m
$48–78

Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Manizales (MZL) flights

23Weekly Planes

4h 47mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 507.9 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Cúcuta, Colombia and Manizales, Colombia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Easyfly, and two other airlines fly from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Manizales (MZL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Cúcuta to Terminal de Transportes de Manizales via Pamplona and Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga in around 15h 2m.

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