Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Rapido Ochoa + Expreso Brasilia | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal El Banco | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal El Banco | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal El Banco | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal El Banco | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Santa Marta | Terminal El Banco | No tags |
Get from Santa Marta to El Banco
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 355, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Marta and El Banco?
Stops in Santa Marta
- ACra. 29 #29l-20 a 29l-82, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Marta to El Banco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Marta to El Banco start at R 355. The average price for this route is around R 402. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Marta to El Banco?
The average bus journey time from Santa Marta to El Banco is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 247 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 59m and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Santa Marta to El Banco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Rapido Ochoa, Almirante Padilla S.A., Unitransco.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Marta to El Banco?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Marta to El Banco at 14:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco?
A bus trip from Santa Marta to El Banco produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Marta to El Banco?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 634 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Marta to El Banco?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rapido Ochoa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santa Marta to El Banco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a punctuality rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Marta to El Banco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rapido Ochoa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 324To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 324 to R 359 for a bus ticket from Santa Marta, CO to El Banco, CO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 335, which is on 2026-02-01.
Usually Expreso Brasilia 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.
