Medellin to Bucaramanga

Medellin to Bucaramanga

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Medellin to Bucaramanga Schedule

Medellin to Bucaramanga Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeCOP 2,414,273
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 02:27 - 06:41COP 246,522
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 05:29 - 09:22COP 294,022
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 06:48 - 11:18COP 283,851
Copetran Minibus 09:30 - 17:40COP 84,289
Avianca Economy #AV983011:49 - 12:47COP 188,844
Avianca Economy 12:15 - 19:16COP 228,966
EasyFly Economy #VE908814:55 - 15:55COP 346,946
Copetran Standard AC 17:30 - 02:00COP 84,289
LATAM Airlines Group Economy #LA437219:18 - 20:13COP 232,761
Copetran Tourist Plus 21:45 - 05:10COP 84,289
LATAM Airlines Group Economy 22:48 - 09:17COP 395,317

Transportation from Medellin to Bucaramanga

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Bucaramanga

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport56m
Earliest Departure4:29 AM
Latest Departure10:15 PM
Departures per day21
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Daytrip, LATAM Airlines Group, Unitransco

How to get from Medellin to Bucaramanga

Travelling between Medellin and Bucaramanga is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 627.16 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.96.

How long does it take to get from Medellin to Bucaramanga?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 8 hours to travel between Medellin and Bucaramanga depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Medellin and Bucaramanga. Flight will bring you to your destination in 56m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h to reach Bucaramanga.

How much does it cost to get from Medellin to Bucaramanga?

Travelling between Medellin and Bucaramanga can be as cheap as USD 22.96 if you opt for a Unitransco bus and as expensive as USD 627.16 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Medellin and Bucaramanga ?

  • 5 from Medellin to Bucaramanga starting from 04:29 Jose Maria Cordova Airport until 15:18 Jose Maria Cordova Airport
  • 4 from Medellin to Bucaramanga starting from 13:30 Terminal del Norte Medellin until 22:15 Terminal del Norte Medellin
  • 12 from Medellin to Bucaramanga starting from 00:00 Medellin Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Medellin Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Medellin to Bucaramanga.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Medellin to Bucaramanga, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 52.43.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Medellin and Bucaramanga

Avianca, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Medellin to Bucaramanga overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Medellin and Bucaramanga

Unitransco

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Medellin and Bucaramanga

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Medellin to Bucaramanga?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus