Travel Medellin to Manizales

Medellin to Manizales

      You’ll find all main transport options for the route between Medellin and Manizales, including charter, combined or bus.

      Travel options for Medellin to Manizales

      Move from Medellin to Manizales by charter in 3h y 57 minutes for the quickest journey, or take a bus for 90324 COP to save on costs.

      Bus from Medellin to Manizales

      From Medellin, buses leave regularly from Terminal del Sur Medellin, with the day’s first departure at 04:30, and will take you to Terminal de Transportes de Manizales. Travel time is around 4 hours 50 minutes with fares beginning at 90,324 COP. Plan ahead and secure your spot reserve your seat to Manizales.

      Prices: 90,324 COP

      Duration: 4h 50m – 5h 5m ⏱

      Travel with bus from Medellin to Manizales in 4h 50m

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      Combined from Medellin to Manizales

      Combined transport services between Medellin and Manizales depart from MDE Jose Maria Cordova Airport, Medellin and arrive at MZL Manizales Airport, giving you multiple options to plan your trip. The journey usually lasts about 4 hours 40 minutes, with tickets priced at 458,002 COP. Make sure to secure your spot and explore the available routes here.

      Prices: 458,002 COP

      Duration: 4h 40m – 20h 35m ⏱

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      Charter from Medellin to Manizales

      Make your way from Medellin to Manizales with a private transfer, picked up and dropped off at the locations you select. Expect the journey to last 3 hours 57 minutes, with fares starting at 893,470 COP. Reserve your ride now and plan your trip your way.

      Prices: 893,470 COP

      Duration: 3h 57m ⏱

      Hop on charter from Medellin to Manizales in 3h 57m

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      Distance Medellin to Manizales

      The distance between Medellin and Manizales is 133.3 kilometers.

      Medellin to Manizales Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Medellin to Manizales

      Bus
      Combined
      Charter
      Average price
      91,895 COP
      698,629 COP
      893,470 COP
      Cheapest price
      90,324 COP
      458,002 COP
      893,470 COP
      Average duration
      4h 56m
      13h 19m
      3h 57m
      Minimum duration
      4h 50m
      4h 40m
      3h 57m
      Number of departures
      23
      19
      4
      Tickets
      Operators
      Arauca, Flota Ospina, Expreso Sideral
      Wingo, Avianca
      Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

      Bus Routes & Schedules from Medellin to Manizales

      Start your journey by boarding the bus at Terminal del Sur Medellin. Services operate from 04:30 until 19:30, and once the vehicle departs you should expect to travel for about 4h 50m to 5h 5m before arriving at Terminal de Transportes de Manizales. Bus ticket prices start from 90,324 to 94,840 COP, and the timetable shows all daily departures so you can choose the slot that fits your plans. Check the full bus timetable for the route from Medellin to Manizales to plan your departures and reserve your seat.

      Bus Timetable: Terminal del Sur Medellin → Terminal de Transportes de Manizales

      • 04:30 09:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 05:00 10:00 5h 94840 COP
      • 05:00 10:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 05:30 10:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 06:00 11:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 06:45 11:35 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 08:00 13:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 08:00 12:50 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 09:00 13:50 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 10:00 14:50 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 11:00 16:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 11:00 15:50 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 12:00 17:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 12:30 17:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 14:00 19:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 14:00 18:50 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 15:30 20:30 5h 94840 COP
      • 15:30 20:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 16:00 21:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 16:30 21:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 17:00 22:05 5h 5m 93711 COP
      • 17:30 22:20 4h 50m 90324 COP
      • 19:30 00:20 4h 50m 90324 COP

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Medellin to Manizales

      Board at MDE Jose Maria Cordova Airport, Medellin for a flexible route toward Manizales, combining buses, ferries, or trains. Travel for roughly 4h 40m to 20h 35m before arriving at MZL Manizales Airport. Departures run from 04:50 until 22:57, and ticket prices begin at 458,002 to 929,491 COP. Reviewing the timetable for connections from Medellin lets you plan your trip efficiently.

      Departure stations
      MDE Jose Maria Cordova Airport, Medellin
      Arrival stations
      MZL Manizales Airport

      Combined Timetable: MDE Jose Maria Cordova Airport, Medellin → MZL Manizales Airport

      • 04:50 09:30 4h 40m 776305 COP
      • 12:55 09:30 20h 35m 790955 COP
      • 16:50 09:30 16h 40m 717430 COP
      • 16:55 09:30 16h 35m 715396 COP
      • 17:40 09:30 15h 50m 717430 COP
      • 18:45 09:30 14h 45m 789473 COP
      • 18:45 09:30 14h 45m 789473 COP
      • 18:45 09:30 14h 45m 929491 COP
      • 18:55 09:30 14h 35m 792024 COP
      • 19:40 09:30 13h 50m 716603 COP
      • 20:10 09:30 13h 20m 715603 COP
      • 20:40 09:30 12h 50m 717430 COP
      • 21:05 09:30 12h 25m 606022 COP
      • 21:27 09:30 12h 3m 458002 COP
      • 21:50 09:30 11h 40m 654832 COP
      • 22:00 09:30 11h 30m 717430 COP
      • 22:30 09:30 11h 606022 COP
      • 22:45 09:30 10h 45m 606022 COP
      • 22:57 09:30 10h 33m 458002 COP

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      Charter Routes & Schedules from Medellin to Manizales

      - From Medellin Airport, enjoy a private transfer to Manizales La Nubia Airport, covering the route in around 3h 57m. Departures are scheduled regularly with fares starting at 893,470 COP.
      - Set off from Medellin Airport in a private taxi heading toward Manizales Hotel Transfer, spending about 3h 57m on the road. Multiple departures are available, and tickets start at 893,470 COP.
      - Hop into a private driver service at Medellin Hotel Transfer and reach Manizales La Nubia Airport after roughly 3h 57m. With frequent departures available, tickets start at 893,470 COP.
      - Start your journey at Medellin Hotel Transfer in a VIP transfer and arrive at Manizales Hotel Transfer after about 3h 57m. With frequent departures available, fares start from 893,470 COP.

      Charter Timetable: Medellin Airport → Manizales Hotel Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 3h 57m 893470 COP

      Charter Timetable: Medellin Airport → Manizales La Nubia Airport

      • --:-- --:-- 3h 57m 893470 COP

      Charter Timetable: Medellin Hotel Transfer → Manizales Hotel Transfer

      • --:-- --:-- 3h 57m 893470 COP

      Charter Timetable: Medellin Hotel Transfer → Manizales La Nubia Airport

      • --:-- --:-- 3h 57m 893470 COP

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