How to get from Barranquilla to Cartagena

How to Get

Apr 15

About traveling from Barranquilla to Cartagena

Both Barranquilla and Cartagena are stunning reflections of Colombia, both are beautiful Caribbean flanked cities, where the scenery and lively atmosphere take center stage. Barranquilla, known for hosting the famous annual carnival, is filled with Caribbean culture and excitement! While Cartagena has a rich colonial history set against the backdrop of beautiful beaches.

If you decide to take a car transfer from Barranquilla to Cartagena, you can also enjoy some exceptional sights, including the hot El Totumo Mud Volcano, and the Julio Florez House Museum.

How to get from Barranquilla to Cartagena

If you’re travelling from Barranquilla to Cartagena, you have several travel options. For travellers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Barranquilla to Cartagena. The fastest way to travel from Barranquilla to Cartagena is by car, therefore a car is of course the best way to travel from Barranquilla to Cartagena since it’s so convenient.

Barranquilla to Cartagena by bus

To travel from Barrnaquilla to Cartagena by bus, go to the Barranquilla Transport Terminal and buy a ticket to Cartagena. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to purchase them in advance. The earliest bus is at 1:00 AM, and the last bus is at 11:15 PM, with about 30 buses running at intervals (depending on the company). The bus from Barranquilla to Cartagena is run by Expreso Brasilia and Copetran with bus tickets from Barranquilla to Cartagena costing about €4 for the 2.5 hour trip. The distance from Barranquilla to Cartagena is about 134 kilometers.

All options offer direct service from Barranquilla to Cartagena.

Barranquilla to Cartagena by bus

First/Last Departure

1:00 AM/11:15 PM

Avg. Price

€4

Distance

~134 km

Duration

~2.5 hr

Operating Companies

Expreso Brasilia and Copetran

Barranquilla to Cartagena Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Barranquilla to Cartagena. You will be picked up at your accommodation in Barranquilla, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Cartagena, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!