Find coaches from Cali to Medellin

Today31 Jul
Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$18
Sat2 Aug
from US$21
Sun3 Aug
from US$21
Mon4 Aug
from US$24
Tue5 Aug
from US$21
Wed6 Aug
from US$21
Thu7 Aug
from US$21

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Cali
    Departure location: Terminal Cali
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Medellin
    Destination location: Terminal del Sur
    Operated by: BolivarianoBolivariano
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Cali
    Departure location: Terminal Cali
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Medellin
    Destination location: Terminal del Sur
    Operated by: BolivarianoBolivariano
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Cali
    Departure location: Terminal Cali
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Medellin
    Destination location: Terminal del Sur
    Operated by: Expreso Palmira + Arauca
    Expreso Palmira + Arauca
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Cali
    Departure location: Terminal Cali
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Medellin
    Destination location: Terminal del Sur
    Operated by: Tax Central S.A. + Arauca
    Tax Central S.A. + Arauca
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Cali
    Departure location: Terminal Cali
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Medellin
    Destination location: Terminal del Sur
    Operated by: BolivarianoBolivariano
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cali to Medellin: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses30
Earliest bus departure01:31
Distance201 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Cali to Medellin Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Cali to Medellin, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cali - Medellin

  1. What's the distance between Cali and Medellin by coach?

    The journey from Cali to Medellin by coach covers an approximate distance of 204 miles (329 km).

  2. How can I get from Cali to Medellin without driving?

    You can reach Medellin from Cali by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/07
US$17
30/07
US$19
Today
US$19
01/08
US$17
02/08
US$20
03/08
US$20
04/08
US$23
05/08
US$20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cali to Medellin was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cali to Medellin as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$27 for a bus ticket from Cali to Medellin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually Arauca will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cali to Medellin.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cali to Medellin, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cali to Medellin that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Cali to Medellin.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Cali to Medellin

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