What is the cheapest way to get from Riohacha to Medellín?

The cheapest way to get from Riohacha to Medellín is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 13h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riohacha to Medellín?

The fastest way to get from Riohacha to Medellín is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs $120 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Riohacha and Medellín?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Transportes de Riohacha and arriving at Terminal del Norte. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 30m.

How far is it from Riohacha to Medellín?

The distance between Riohacha and Medellín is 682 km. The road distance is 876.4 km.

How do I travel from Riohacha to Medellín without a car?

The best way to get from Riohacha to Medellín without a car is to bus which takes 18h 30m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Riohacha to Medellín?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Riohacha to Medellín, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riohacha to Medellín bus from?

Riohacha to Medellín bus services, operated by Rapido Ochoa, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Riohacha station.

Bus or fly from Riohacha to Medellín?

The best way to get from Riohacha to Medellín is to fly which takes 2h 18m and costs $120 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 18h 30m.

Where does the Riohacha to Medellín bus arrive?

Riohacha to Medellín bus services, operated by Rapido Ochoa, arrive at Terminal del Norte station.

Can I drive from Riohacha to Medellín?

Yes, the driving distance between Riohacha to Medellín is 876 km. It takes approximately 13h 29m to drive from Riohacha to Medellín.

How do I get a bus ticket from Riohacha to Medellín?

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Where can I stay near Medellín?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Medellín.

Riohacha to Medellín - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Riohacha to Medellín by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova
best
1. Fly from Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE)plane RCH - MDE
2h 18m
$129–395
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Riohacha to Terminal del Nortebus
18h 30m
$45–70
Drive 876.4 km
1. Drive from Riohacha to Medellíncar 876.4 km
13h 29m
$46–67
Fly to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
1. Fly from Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)plane RCH - EOH
4h 32m
$214–1,305
Bus via Valledupar
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Riohacha to Terminal de Transportes de Valleduparbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar to Terminal del Nortebus
19h 15m
$57–83

Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) flights

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 682 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Riohacha, Colombia and Medellín, Colombia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Rapido Ochoa operates a bus from Terminal de Transportes de Riohacha to Terminal del Norte 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 18h 30m.

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