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Compare all timetables for the bus from Medellín to Cartagena

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Medellín to Cartagena from various bus operators like Expreso Brasilia, Rápido Ochoa or Flota La Macarena for the next days.

today
£41
tomorrow
£41
Tuesday
£38
Wednesday
£37
Thursday
£38
Friday
£38
Saturday
£38

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 10:40 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £41
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 08:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 23:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 11:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 02:00 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Rápido Ochoa 15h 40m 17:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 09:10 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £45
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 19:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 09:30 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £53

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 18:30 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £41
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 10:40 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £41
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 06:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £41
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 08:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 23:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £41
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 07:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:00 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £52

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 18:30 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Rápido Ochoa 15h 40m 17:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 09:10 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £45
Expreso Brasilia 14h 0m 21:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 11:30 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £46
Expreso Brasilia 14h 30m 06:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 21:00 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £46
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 07:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:00 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £52

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 18:30 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £37
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 10:40 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £37
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 06:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £41
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 08:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 23:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £41
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 07:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:00 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £52

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 18:30 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 10:40 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Rápido Ochoa 15h 40m 17:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 09:10 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £45
Expreso Brasilia 14h 30m 06:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 21:00 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £46
Expreso Brasilia 13h 10m 11:00 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 00:10 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Business £46

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 10:40 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 06:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 08:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 23:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 18:30 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £45
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 07:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:00 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £53

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Rápido Ochoa 13h 0m 05:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 18:30 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Rápido Ochoa 12h 10m 22:30 Medellín San Jose Coach Stop 10:40 Cartagena Transportes Marsol S.A.S.  Economy £38
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 06:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Expreso Brasilia 15h 0m 08:30 Medellín Terminal del Norte 23:30 Cartagena Bus Station  First Class £42
Flota La Macarena 14h 0m 07:00 Medellín Terminal del Norte 21:00 Cartagena Bus Station  Economy £53

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Medellín to Cartagena is £28 on 15/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Medellín and Cartagena

See here how frequent the connections between Medellín and Cartagena are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 55 daily coaches from Medellín to Cartagena. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 43 daily coaches between Medellín and Cartagena.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 197 coaches from Medellín to Cartagena, while Night sees the fewest connections between Medellín and Cartagena, with 17 offers.

Facts about coaches from Medellín to Cartagena

Compare all providers like Expreso Brasilia, Rápido Ochoa and Flota La Macarena that travel 51 times every day by bus from Medellín to Cartagena in one click! Book your bus ticket from Medellín to Cartagena starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 12h 0m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 51 Ø
Distance 461.3 km
Coach Companies Expreso Brasilia, Rápido Ochoa and Flota La Macarena

Cheapest coach connections from Medellín to Cartagena

Every day, 51 buses from 3 coach companies leave Medellín for Cartagena: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
£42
Monday 02/11
£41
Tuesday 03/11
£50
Wednesday 04/11
£38
Thursday 05/11
£38
Friday 06/11
£38
Saturday 07/11
£41
Sunday 08/11
£50
Monday 09/11
£33
Tuesday 10/11
£38
Wednesday 11/11
£50
Thursday 12/11
£33
Friday 13/11
£50
Saturday 14/11
£33
Sunday 15/11
£28
Monday 16/11
£50
Tuesday 17/11
£28
Wednesday 18/11
£33
Thursday 19/11
£28
Friday 20/11
£28
Saturday 21/11
£28
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Medellín to Cartagena

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Medellín to Cartagena, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Medellín to Cartagena. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Medellín to Cartagena, with £28. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £41.

How to save money travelling from Medellín to Cartagena

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Medellín to Cartagena in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Medellín to Cartagena, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Medellín to Cartagena are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Medellín to Cartagena

These are the most booked bus companies between Medellín to Cartagena from our users.

Expreso Brasilia from Medellín to Cartagena

Expreso Brasilia

Here you will find the key facts about the Expreso Brasilia bus route Medellín to Cartagena:

Cheapest Price £41
Fastest Coach 12h 45m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 32 Ø
Found on 31/10/2026

Rápido Ochoa from Medellín to Cartagena

Rápido Ochoa

Here you will find the key facts about the Rápido Ochoa bus route Medellín to Cartagena:

Cheapest Price £37
Fastest Coach 12h 0m
Earliest Coach 17:30
Last Coach 22:30
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 31/10/2026

Flota La Macarena from Medellín to Cartagena

Flota La Macarena

Here you will find the key facts about the Flota La Macarena bus route Medellín to Cartagena:

Cheapest Price £52
Fastest Coach 14h 0m
Earliest Coach 19:30
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 31/10/2026

All bus stations and stops in Medellín and Cartagena

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Medellín and Cartagena.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Medellín to Cartagena? Compare all modes of transports from Medellín to Cartagena.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Medellín to Cartagena

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Medellín to Cartagena? Or which bus companies serve the route Medellín to Cartagena? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Medellín to Cartagena bus

How much does a Medellín - Cartagena coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Medellín - Cartagena bus trip is available from £28 and takes 13h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Medellín to Cartagena?

The connection Medellín to Cartagena is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £54. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Medellín - Cartagena route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Medellín to Cartagena is offered by roughly 51 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Cartagena from Medellín take?

The quickest coach from Medellín to Cartagena is provided by Rápido Ochoa and takes 12h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £53. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Medellín to Cartagena?

The earliest bus to Cartagena departs from Medellín at 08:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Medellín to Cartagena?

The latest bus to Cartagena departs from Medellín at 23:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Medellín - Cartagena route?

Passengers looking to travel from Medellín to Cartagena can travel with Expreso Brasilia, Rápido Ochoa and Flota La Macarena. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Medellín and Cartagena?

You can check all the direct connections between Medellín and Cartagena by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expreso Brasilia, Rápido Ochoa and Flota La Macarena.

What can I take with me on the bus to Cartagena from Medellín?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Medellín Cartagena bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Medellín Cartagena bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Medellín to Cartagena on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Medellín to Cartagena?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 51 daily trips between Medellín and Cartagena. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Medellín to Cartagena?

Prices and availability for 51 trips between Medellín and Cartagena change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Medellín to Cartagena

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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