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

The cheapest way to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between MEDELLIN and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct bus from MEDELLIN to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria and arriving at Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena via Coveñas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from MEDELLIN to Cartagena?

The distance between MEDELLIN and Cartagena is 260 km. The road distance is 262.5 km.

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

The best way to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena without a car is to bus via Coveñas which takes 6h 5m and costs $35 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the MEDELLIN to Cartagena bus from?

MEDELLIN to Cartagena bus services, operated by Sotracor, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria station.

Bus or fly from MEDELLIN to Cartagena?

The best way to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena is to bus via Coveñas which takes 6h 5m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $290 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the MEDELLIN to Cartagena bus arrive?

MEDELLIN to Cartagena bus services, operated by Sotracor, arrive at Coveñas station.

Can I drive from MEDELLIN to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between MEDELLIN to Cartagena is 263 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from MEDELLIN to Cartagena.

Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 3231+ hotels available in Cartagena.

MEDELLIN to Cartagena - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from MEDELLIN to Cartagena by bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Coveñas
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria to Coveñasbus
2. Take the bus from Coveñas to Terminal de Transporte de Cartagenabus
6h 5m
$37–44
Drive 262.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from MEDELLIN to Cartagenacar 262.5 km
4h 15m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from MEDELLIN to Cartagenataxi 262.5 km
4h 15m
$140–170
Fly
1. Fly from Los Garzones Airport (MTR) to Cartagena (CTG)plane MTR - CTG
4h 21m
$120–282
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria to Terminal de Transporte de Cartagenabus Cartagena
6h 55m
$22–33

Los Garzones Airport (MTR) to Cartagena (CTG) flights

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4h 11mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.7 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a vehicle from MEDELLIN to Terminal de Transporte de Cartagena via Terminal de Transportes de Monteria and Coveñas in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, JetSMART, LATAM Chile, and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Los Garzones Airport (MTR) to Cartagena (CTG) every 3 hours.

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