Barranquilla to Santa Marta Trip Overview
Distance 72 km (45.0 miles) | |
Price range US$ 7-US$ 220 | |
Ride Duration Range 30m-1d 2h 45m | |
Earliest Departure 05:00 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Barranquilla to Santa Marta
Fastest bus: 30m
Cheapest bus: US$ 7

About the ride from Barranquilla to Santa Marta
Barranquilla to Santa Marta Route Information
The distance between Barranquilla and Santa Marta is 45 miles, or approximately 72 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Barranquilla to Santa Marta, including minivan,car,bus.
The earliest departure leaves at 05:00 and has a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 30 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Barranquilla to Santa Marta by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 11
- 662 departures a day, or 4634 departures a week
There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist, Standard and Shuttle.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Barranquilla to Santa Marta by car
- Starting Price: US$ 95
- 348 departures a day, or 2436 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and SUV.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Barranquilla to Santa Marta by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 7
- 182 departures a day, or 1274 departures a week
There are 14 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist, VIP, Preferencial de Lujo, Premium, Luxury, Gaviota Diamante, Premium Plus, Standard, Servicio Preferencial, Caribe Express, Gaviota Preferencial, Preferencial Mas, Rey Dorado Lo Maximo and Buseton.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Companies Operating from Barranquilla to Santa Marta
Popular stations and stops in Barranquilla and Santa Marta
Departure stations in Barranquilla
Arrival stations in Santa Marta
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