What is the cheapest way to get from Valledupar to Arauca?

The cheapest way to get from Valledupar to Arauca is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 15h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Valledupar to Arauca?

The fastest way to get from Valledupar to Arauca is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $190 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Valledupar and Arauca?

No, there is no direct bus from Valledupar to Arauca. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar and arriving at Arauca via Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h.

How far is it from Valledupar to Arauca?

The distance between Valledupar and Arauca is 469 km. The road distance is 876.7 km.

How do I travel from Valledupar to Arauca without a car?

The best way to get from Valledupar to Arauca without a car is to bus which takes 24h and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Valledupar to Arauca?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Valledupar to Arauca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valledupar to Arauca bus from?

Valledupar to Arauca bus services, operated by Cotaxi, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar station.

Bus or fly from Valledupar to Arauca?

The best way to get from Valledupar to Arauca is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $190 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 24h.

Where does the Valledupar to Arauca bus arrive?

Valledupar to Arauca bus services, operated by Cotaxi, arrive at Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga station.

Can I drive from Valledupar to Arauca?

Yes, the driving distance between Valledupar to Arauca is 877 km. It takes approximately 15h 2m to drive from Valledupar to Arauca.

Where can I stay near Arauca?

There are 20+ hotels available in Arauca.

Valledupar to Arauca - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Valledupar to Arauca by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Valledupar (VUP) to Arauca (AUC)plane VUP - AUC
4h 59m
$196–756
Drive 876.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Valledupar to Araucacar 876.7 km
15h 2m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar to Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramangabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Araucabus
24h
$55–91
Bus via Cúcuta
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar to Terminal Cúcutabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Cúcuta to Terminal de Transportes de Araucabus
33h 20m
$69–92

Valledupar (VUP) to Arauca (AUC) flights

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6h 51mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 468.9 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Valledupar, Colombia and Arauca, Colombia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and Easyfly fly from Valledupar (VUP) to Arauca (AUC) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal de Transportes de Valledupar to Arauca via Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga in around 24h.

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