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Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      From Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias, travelers can choose from a range of transport services, with full details on when they run, how long they take and what they cost.

      Travel options for Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      The quickest and most affordable way to get from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias is by a bus for 56841 COP, taking only 3h y 30 minutes.

      Bus from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Board a bus at Santa Marta Bus Station or Santa Marta and begin your journey from Santa Marta toward Cartagena de Indias, reaching multiple stations, including Cartagena Bus Station, Cartagena de Indias, Cartagena Terminal, Cartagena de Indias, Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias and others along the way. The first departure of the day is at 07:00, and services run regularly so you can choose a departure time that works for you. The trip lasts about 3 hours 30 minutes with fares starting from 56,841 COP. Reserve your ticket here.

      Prices: 56,841 COP

      Duration: 3h 30m – 8h 43m ⏱

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      Van from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Board a van at Santa Marta Hotel Transfer or Santa Marta Marsol Transportes to travel from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias, arriving at multiple stations, including Parque de la Marina, Cartagena de Indias, Cartagena Transfer, Cartagena de Indias, Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias, Marsol Transportes Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias and others after approximately 4 hours. Tickets start at 102,928 COP, and you can reserve your seat online.

      Prices: 102,928 COP

      Duration: 4h – 5h 30m ⏱

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      Combined from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Start your journey from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias using combined transport, departing from SMR Santa Marta Airport and arriving at CTG Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias. The trip usually takes around 4 hours 15 minutes, giving you a comfortable and flexible way to travel. Tickets start from 570,494 COP, see all combined travel options and plan your route here.

      Prices: 570,494 COP

      Duration: 4h 15m – 25h 7m ⏱

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      Charter from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      A private driver will take you from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias, providing a direct and comfortable ride. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes with fares starting at 679,478 COP. Reserve your transfer here and travel at your own pace.

      Prices: 679,478 COP

      Duration: 3h 30m – 4h 40m ⏱

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      Distance Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      The distance between Santa Marta and Cartagena de Indias is 172.4 kilometers.

      Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Bus
      Van
      Combined
      Charter
      Average price
      69,766 COP
      299,752 COP
      932,044 COP
      1,021,894 COP
      Cheapest price
      56,841 COP
      102,928 COP
      570,494 COP
      679,478 COP
      Average duration
      5h 43m
      4h 44m
      10h 10m
      4h 17m
      Minimum duration
      3h 30m
      4h 00m
      4h 15m
      3h 30m
      Number of departures
      81
      26
      105
      14
      Tickets
      Operators
      Copetran, Unitransco, Flota La Macarena, Expreso Brasilia, Caribe Express, Ruta Dorada Exalpa, Expreso Super Star, costenaveloz
      Viajando por el Caribe, Beach Tayrona Park, Destino Colombia, Cartagena Toures y Excursiones, Transportes Marsol
      Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group, JetSmart, JetSMART Airlines
      Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Transglobal Ejecutivos, AV Colombia, VIP Taxi Service, Agencia Operadora de Viajes, Magic Tour Colombia, Go Colombia

      Bus Routes & Schedules from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      - From Santa Marta Bus Station, hop on a bus heading to Cartagena Bus Station, Cartagena de Indias for a journey of around 5h to 8h 43m. Services operate from 07:00 until 21:47, with tickets starting at 56,841 to 81,729 COP.
      - Board the bus at Santa Marta Bus Station to reach Cartagena Terminal, Cartagena de Indias, spending roughly 4h 30m to 8h 43m on the road. Services run from 07:00 until 21:47, and tickets start from 66,388 to 85,807 COP.
      - Starting at Santa Marta, buses head toward Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias, covering the distance in roughly 3h 30m to 6h. With departures from 07:00 until 20:00 and tickets from 68,872 COP.

      Departure stations
      Santa Marta Bus Station
      Santa Marta
      Arrival stations
      Cartagena Bus Station, Cartagena de Indias
      Cartagena Terminal, Cartagena de Indias
      Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias

      Bus Timetable: Santa Marta → Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias

      • 07:00 12:15 5h 15m 68872 COP
      • 08:30 13:45 5h 15m 68872 COP
      • 09:00 15:00 6h 68872 COP
      • 09:30 13:00 3h 30m 68872 COP
      • 10:30 16:00 5h 30m 68872 COP
      • 10:45 16:00 5h 15m 68872 COP
      • 12:30 18:30 6h 68872 COP
      • 13:00 16:30 3h 30m 68872 COP
      • 13:45 19:15 5h 30m 68872 COP
      • 14:00 20:00 6h 68872 COP
      • 15:00 21:00 6h 68872 COP
      • 16:00 20:30 4h 30m 68872 COP
      • 18:00 00:00 6h 68872 COP
      • 19:30 01:30 6h 68872 COP
      • 20:00 23:30 3h 30m 68872 COP

      Bus Timetable: Santa Marta Bus Station → Cartagena Bus Station, Cartagena de Indias

      • 07:00 12:15 5h 15m 80005 COP
      • 07:30 12:30 5h 66872 COP
      • 07:30 13:30 6h 81729 COP
      • 09:00 14:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 09:00 14:00 5h 59219 COP
      • 09:00 15:00 6h 80005 COP
      • 10:00 15:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 10:30 16:00 5h 30m 64218 COP
      • 10:45 15:45 5h 59219 COP
      • 11:00 17:00 6h 81729 COP
      • 11:00 16:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 11:15 16:15 5h 59219 COP
      • 12:00 18:00 6h 81729 COP
      • 12:00 17:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 12:30 18:30 6h 80005 COP
      • 12:30 17:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 13:00 18:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 13:00 19:00 6h 81729 COP
      • 13:30 18:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 14:00 19:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 14:00 19:00 5h 59219 COP
      • 14:06 22:00 7h 54m 56841 COP
      • 14:30 19:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 15:00 20:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 15:00 20:00 5h 59219 COP
      • 15:30 20:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 15:30 21:30 6h 81729 COP
      • 16:00 21:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 17:00 22:00 5h 59219 COP
      • 17:00 22:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 17:17 02:00 8h 43m 56841 COP
      • 17:30 22:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 18:00 23:00 5h 59219 COP
      • 18:47 02:50 8h 3m 56841 COP
      • 19:00 01:00 6h 81729 COP
      • 19:00 00:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 19:30 00:30 5h 59219 COP
      • 21:00 03:00 6h 81729 COP
      • 21:00 02:00 5h 66872 COP
      • 21:45 02:45 5h 66872 COP
      • 21:47 04:40 6h 53m 56841 COP

      Bus Timetable: Santa Marta Bus Station → Cartagena Terminal, Cartagena de Indias

      • 07:00 12:15 5h 15m 85807 COP
      • 07:00 12:00 5h 66388 COP
      • 08:00 16:20 8h 20m 71130 COP
      • 09:00 15:00 6h 85807 COP
      • 09:00 17:20 8h 20m 71130 COP
      • 10:00 18:20 8h 20m 71130 COP
      • 10:30 16:00 5h 30m 68872 COP
      • 10:45 16:00 5h 15m 85807 COP
      • 10:50 15:50 5h 71130 COP
      • 11:00 19:20 8h 20m 71130 COP
      • 11:40 16:40 5h 71130 COP
      • 12:30 17:30 5h 71130 COP
      • 12:30 18:30 6h 85807 COP
      • 13:20 18:20 5h 71130 COP
      • 14:00 22:20 8h 20m 71130 COP
      • 14:00 20:00 6h 85807 COP
      • 14:06 22:00 7h 54m 67743 COP
      • 14:30 19:30 5h 71130 COP
      • 15:00 21:00 6h 85807 COP
      • 17:00 21:30 4h 30m 71130 COP
      • 17:17 02:00 8h 43m 67743 COP
      • 18:00 00:00 6h 85807 COP
      • 18:47 02:50 8h 3m 67743 COP
      • 19:30 01:30 6h 85807 COP
      • 21:47 04:40 6h 53m 67743 COP

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      Van Routes & Schedules from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Shared minivans connecting Santa Marta and Cartagena de Indias make traveling simple, with multiple boarding and drop-off points along the route. Trips usually take approximately 4h to 5h 30m, with services running from 04:00 to 16:00. Fares begin at 102,928 to 861,757 COP, and checking the full timetable lets you plan which stops to use, compare travel times and pick the ideal departure for your journey.

      Departure stations
      Santa Marta Hotel Transfer
      Santa Marta Marsol Transportes
      Arrival stations
      Parque de la Marina, Cartagena de Indias
      Cartagena Transfer, Cartagena de Indias
      Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias
      Marsol Transportes Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias

      Van Timetable: Santa Marta Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • 08:00 12:00 4h 638217 COP
      • 10:00 14:00 4h 638217 COP
      • 12:00 16:00 4h 638217 COP

      Van Timetable: Santa Marta Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • 04:00 08:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 05:00 09:20 4h 20m 197618 COP
      • 06:00 10:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 08:00 12:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 10:00 14:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 12:00 16:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 14:00 18:00 4h 277210 COP
      • 16:00 20:20 4h 20m 197618 COP

      Van Timetable: Santa Marta Hotel Transfer → Parque de la Marina, Cartagena de Indias

      • 04:00 08:10 4h 10m 861757 COP
      • 08:00 12:10 4h 10m 861757 COP
      • 12:00 16:10 4h 10m 861757 COP

      Van Timetable: Santa Marta Marsol Transportes → Marsol Transportes Cartagena, Cartagena de Indias

      • 04:45 10:15 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 05:15 10:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 06:15 11:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 07:15 12:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 08:15 13:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 09:15 14:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 10:15 15:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 11:15 16:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 12:15 17:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 13:15 18:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 14:15 19:45 5h 30m 102928 COP
      • 15:15 20:45 5h 30m 102928 COP

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      Board at SMR Santa Marta Airport and embark on a flexible journey toward Cartagena de Indias, using a combination of buses, trains, or ferries. The trip usually takes 4h 15m to 25h 7m, with departures running from 06:00 until 22:10 and fares from 570,494 to 1,508,592 COP. You’ll reach CTG Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias, and reviewing the timetable for connections between Santa Marta and Cartagena de Indias helps you choose the best departure.

      Departure stations
      SMR Santa Marta Airport
      Arrival stations
      CTG Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      Combined Timetable: SMR Santa Marta Airport → CTG Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      • 06:00 12:40 6h 40m 1134210 COP
      • 06:00 13:05 7h 5m 1081746 COP
      • 06:00 13:55 7h 55m 989401 COP
      • 06:00 23:40 17h 40m 807432 COP
      • 06:00 11:30 5h 30m 1231416 COP
      • 06:00 19:15 13h 15m 864067 COP
      • 06:00 20:05 14h 5m 864067 COP
      • 06:00 13:55 7h 55m 989401 COP
      • 06:00 13:35 7h 35m 1231416 COP
      • 07:05 16:20 9h 15m 922114 COP
      • 07:05 14:35 7h 30m 896227 COP
      • 07:05 12:10 5h 5m 896227 COP
      • 07:05 20:35 13h 30m 922114 COP
      • 07:05 18:50 11h 45m 922114 COP
      • 07:05 23:35 16h 30m 922114 COP
      • 07:12 20:53 13h 41m 586564 COP
      • 07:12 21:26 14h 14m 570494 COP
      • 08:25 23:40 15h 15m 807432 COP
      • 08:25 12:40 4h 15m 1109495 COP
      • 08:25 20:05 11h 40m 864067 COP
      • 10:35 16:40 6h 5m 1208321 COP
      • 10:35 23:40 13h 5m 881577 COP
      • 10:35 19:15 8h 40m 913980 COP
      • 10:35 20:45 10h 10m 938212 COP
      • 10:35 22:15 11h 40m 938212 COP
      • 10:35 18:00 7h 25m 663484 COP
      • 10:35 20:05 9h 30m 938212 COP
      • 10:35 18:55 8h 20m 837490 COP
      • 10:35 21:15 10h 40m 938212 COP
      • 10:35 15:15 4h 40m 1208321 COP
      • 10:35 15:15 4h 40m 1277400 COP
      • 10:55 21:26 10h 31m 606652 COP
      • 10:55 23:10 12h 15m 713569 COP
      • 10:55 18:55 8h 713569 COP
      • 10:55 21:50 10h 55m 713569 COP
      • 10:55 11:41 24h 46m 628393 COP
      • 10:55 18:00 7h 5m 666069 COP
      • 11:50 16:20 4h 30m 766136 COP
      • 12:10 16:40 4h 30m 995502 COP
      • 12:10 21:15 9h 5m 924838 COP
      • 12:10 22:15 10h 5m 924838 COP
      • 12:10 18:00 5h 50m 713293 COP
      • 12:10 19:15 7h 5m 900605 COP
      • 12:10 20:45 8h 35m 900605 COP
      • 12:10 20:05 7h 55m 900605 COP
      • 12:10 16:40 4h 30m 1011875 COP
      • 12:10 23:40 11h 30m 868168 COP
      • 12:10 18:55 6h 45m 760828 COP
      • 12:30 20:45 8h 15m 898020 COP
      • 12:30 18:00 5h 30m 715913 COP
      • 12:30 06:10 17h 40m 788749 COP
      • 12:30 21:50 9h 20m 763413 COP
      • 12:30 23:10 10h 40m 763413 COP
      • 12:30 19:15 6h 45m 898020 COP
      • 12:30 20:45 8h 15m 760828 COP
      • 12:30 20:05 7h 35m 898020 COP
      • 12:30 18:55 6h 25m 763413 COP
      • 12:35 07:37 19h 2m 722014 COP
      • 12:35 06:57 18h 22m 722014 COP
      • 13:50 20:35 6h 45m 970683 COP
      • 13:50 18:50 5h 970683 COP
      • 13:50 23:35 9h 45m 996570 COP
      • 14:30 20:35 6h 5m 896227 COP
      • 15:00 22:15 7h 15m 1508592 COP
      • 15:00 20:45 5h 45m 1508592 COP
      • 15:00 20:05 5h 5m 1508592 COP
      • 15:00 19:15 4h 15m 1488737 COP
      • 15:00 21:50 6h 50m 1421796 COP
      • 15:00 23:40 8h 40m 1451957 COP
      • 15:00 23:10 8h 10m 1421796 COP
      • 15:00 21:15 6h 15m 1508592 COP
      • 15:00 19:15 4h 15m 1482222 COP
      • 15:00 23:10 8h 10m 1421796 COP
      • 15:00 23:10 8h 10m 1421796 COP
      • 15:25 20:35 5h 10m 896227 COP
      • 16:25 23:10 6h 45m 776788 COP
      • 16:25 23:40 7h 15m 774202 COP
      • 16:25 10:40 18h 15m 818049 COP
      • 16:25 06:10 13h 45m 802123 COP
      • 16:25 21:50 5h 25m 776788 COP
      • 16:25 23:40 7h 15m 854794 COP
      • 16:25 10:05 17h 40m 818049 COP
      • 17:10 16:02 22h 52m 768480 COP
      • 19:20 23:40 4h 20m 904914 COP
      • 19:20 23:40 4h 20m 890298 COP
      • 20:00 10:30 14h 30m 922114 COP
      • 20:00 07:10 11h 10m 922114 COP
      • 20:00 09:35 13h 35m 922114 COP
      • 20:00 11:35 15h 35m 922114 COP
      • 20:00 12:10 16h 10m 922114 COP
      • 20:13 20:04 23h 51m 718602 COP
      • 20:13 21:20 25h 7m 718602 COP
      • 20:15 07:05 10h 50m 863067 COP
      • 21:15 07:05 9h 50m 812051 COP
      • 21:55 13:05 15h 10m 754830 COP
      • 21:55 10:40 12h 45m 754830 COP
      • 21:55 06:10 8h 15m 738905 COP
      • 21:55 09:35 11h 40m 922114 COP
      • 21:55 16:20 18h 25m 922114 COP
      • 21:55 10:05 12h 10m 754830 COP
      • 21:55 10:30 12h 35m 922114 COP
      • 21:55 07:10 9h 15m 922114 COP
      • 21:55 11:35 13h 40m 922114 COP
      • 21:55 12:10 14h 15m 922114 COP
      • 22:10 07:05 8h 55m 787853 COP

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      Charter Routes & Schedules from Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias

      On this private transfer route between Santa Marta and Cartagena de Indias, there are multiple pickup and drop-off points available, giving you the flexibility to start and end your ride where it suits you best. Travel times vary depending on your chosen locations, typically around 3h 30m to 4h 40m. Fares start at 679,478 to 1,596,664 COP, and departures are fully adaptable to your schedule. Reviewing the available pickup and drop-off options allows you to plan a route that works perfectly with your day and ensures a comfortable, personalized journey Santa Marta to Cartagena de Indias.

      Departure stations
      Taganga Hotel Transfer
      Simon Bolivar Intl Airport, Santa Marta
      Santa Marta Hotel Transfer
      Santa Marta Airport
      Arrival stations
      Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias
      Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      Charter Timetable: Santa Marta Airport → Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 31m 1054791 COP

      Charter Timetable: Santa Marta Airport → Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 31m 1054791 COP

      Charter Timetable: Santa Marta Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 15m 1596664 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 883887 COP

      Charter Timetable: Santa Marta Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 843695 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 4h 679478 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 4h 957412 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 4h 1014564 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 4h 40m 1067234 COP
      • --:-- --:-- 4h 15m 1009290 COP

      Charter Timetable: Simon Bolivar Intl Airport, Santa Marta → Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 31m 1054791 COP

      Charter Timetable: Simon Bolivar Intl Airport, Santa Marta → Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 31m 1054791 COP

      Charter Timetable: Taganga Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Airport, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 26m 1017563 COP

      Charter Timetable: Taganga Hotel Transfer → Cartagena Hotel Transfer, Cartagena de Indias

      • --:-- --:-- 4h 26m 1017563 COP

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