According to 20 reviews, Bolivariano received a 3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location, but some complained about the timeliness. Bolivariano ticket prices on this trip start at US$16
The bus driver was excellent...but the bus broke down and we were stranded for +3 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Andre T.
Drive too fast. Arrived 3h30 before time.
Would prefer to arrive later and alive.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul-louis B.
When we booked our bus it was specified that it would include entertainment and Wi-fi. This was not the case and even more concerningly our seats didn’t even have Seatbelts.
The driver drove incredibly fast, resulting in us arriving just under 4 hours early in Bogotá. We genuinely couldn’t sleep because we were being thrown around the bus, especially because we had no seatbelts.
After the lady next to us vomited on our bags we moved to the front of the bus and the music coming from the drivers area was so loud that it could be clearly heard despite the doors separating us, the bus also smelt really strongly of their cigarette smoke.
The bus arrived almost 4 hours early at 4am in Bogotá. The reason we (and I imagine most people) book a night bus is to get some sleep and avoid boooking an additional night of accommodation. Instead we found ourselves in Bogotá bus terminal at 4 am with no accommodation and having had no sleep. I cannot stress how disappointed we were in this service, it is completely false advertising and we felt completely unsafe travelling with this company. We have got many night buses in Colombia and they have all been comfortable and safe- with this sadly being the exception.
Based on 319 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Expreso Palmira ticket prices on this trip start at US$20
The bus driver was excellent...but the bus broke down and we were stranded for +3 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Andre T.
Drive too fast. Arrived 3h30 before time.
Would prefer to arrive later and alive.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul-louis B.
When we booked our bus it was specified that it would include entertainment and Wi-fi. This was not the case and even more concerningly our seats didn’t even have Seatbelts.
The driver drove incredibly fast, resulting in us arriving just under 4 hours early in Bogotá. We genuinely couldn’t sleep because we were being thrown around the bus, especially because we had no seatbelts.
After the lady next to us vomited on our bags we moved to the front of the bus and the music coming from the drivers area was so loud that it could be clearly heard despite the doors separating us, the bus also smelt really strongly of their cigarette smoke.
The bus arrived almost 4 hours early at 4am in Bogotá. The reason we (and I imagine most people) book a night bus is to get some sleep and avoid boooking an additional night of accommodation. Instead we found ourselves in Bogotá bus terminal at 4 am with no accommodation and having had no sleep. I cannot stress how disappointed we were in this service, it is completely false advertising and we felt completely unsafe travelling with this company. We have got many night buses in Colombia and they have all been comfortable and safe- with this sadly being the exception.
Based on 132 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Empresa Arauca ticket prices on this trip start at US$5
The bus driver was excellent...but the bus broke down and we were stranded for +3 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Andre T.
Drive too fast. Arrived 3h30 before time.
Would prefer to arrive later and alive.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul-louis B.
When we booked our bus it was specified that it would include entertainment and Wi-fi. This was not the case and even more concerningly our seats didn’t even have Seatbelts.
The driver drove incredibly fast, resulting in us arriving just under 4 hours early in Bogotá. We genuinely couldn’t sleep because we were being thrown around the bus, especially because we had no seatbelts.
After the lady next to us vomited on our bags we moved to the front of the bus and the music coming from the drivers area was so loud that it could be clearly heard despite the doors separating us, the bus also smelt really strongly of their cigarette smoke.
The bus arrived almost 4 hours early at 4am in Bogotá. The reason we (and I imagine most people) book a night bus is to get some sleep and avoid boooking an additional night of accommodation. Instead we found ourselves in Bogotá bus terminal at 4 am with no accommodation and having had no sleep. I cannot stress how disappointed we were in this service, it is completely false advertising and we felt completely unsafe travelling with this company. We have got many night buses in Colombia and they have all been comfortable and safe- with this sadly being the exception.
Based on 83 reviews, the company was rated 1.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Rápido Tolima ticket prices on this trip start at US$27
The bus driver was excellent...but the bus broke down and we were stranded for +3 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Andre T.
Drive too fast. Arrived 3h30 before time.
Would prefer to arrive later and alive.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul-louis B.
When we booked our bus it was specified that it would include entertainment and Wi-fi. This was not the case and even more concerningly our seats didn’t even have Seatbelts.
The driver drove incredibly fast, resulting in us arriving just under 4 hours early in Bogotá. We genuinely couldn’t sleep because we were being thrown around the bus, especially because we had no seatbelts.
After the lady next to us vomited on our bags we moved to the front of the bus and the music coming from the drivers area was so loud that it could be clearly heard despite the doors separating us, the bus also smelt really strongly of their cigarette smoke.
The bus arrived almost 4 hours early at 4am in Bogotá. The reason we (and I imagine most people) book a night bus is to get some sleep and avoid boooking an additional night of accommodation. Instead we found ourselves in Bogotá bus terminal at 4 am with no accommodation and having had no sleep. I cannot stress how disappointed we were in this service, it is completely false advertising and we felt completely unsafe travelling with this company. We have got many night buses in Colombia and they have all been comfortable and safe- with this sadly being the exception.
Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Continental BUS ticket prices on this trip start at US$26
The bus driver was excellent...but the bus broke down and we were stranded for +3 hours.
3 out of 5 stars
Andre T.
Drive too fast. Arrived 3h30 before time.
Would prefer to arrive later and alive.
2 out of 5 stars
Paul-louis B.
When we booked our bus it was specified that it would include entertainment and Wi-fi. This was not the case and even more concerningly our seats didn’t even have Seatbelts.
The driver drove incredibly fast, resulting in us arriving just under 4 hours early in Bogotá. We genuinely couldn’t sleep because we were being thrown around the bus, especially because we had no seatbelts.
After the lady next to us vomited on our bags we moved to the front of the bus and the music coming from the drivers area was so loud that it could be clearly heard despite the doors separating us, the bus also smelt really strongly of their cigarette smoke.
The bus arrived almost 4 hours early at 4am in Bogotá. The reason we (and I imagine most people) book a night bus is to get some sleep and avoid boooking an additional night of accommodation. Instead we found ourselves in Bogotá bus terminal at 4 am with no accommodation and having had no sleep. I cannot stress how disappointed we were in this service, it is completely false advertising and we felt completely unsafe travelling with this company. We have got many night buses in Colombia and they have all been comfortable and safe- with this sadly being the exception.
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What's the distance between Manizales and Bogotá by coach?
The journey from Manizales to Bogotá by coach covers an approximate distance of 104 miles (167 km).
How can I get from Manizales to Bogotá without driving?
You can reach Bogotá from Manizales by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$21 for a bus ticket from Manizales to Bogotá based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-09-02.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Manizales and Bogotá!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Manizales to Bogotá.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Manizales to Bogotá.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Manizales to Bogotá while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
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The cheapest trip from Manizales to Bogotá was searched and found on 2 Sept 2025 with a price of US$17
