What is the cheapest way to get from Bogotá to Caldas?

The cheapest way to get from Bogotá to Caldas is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bogotá to Caldas?

The fastest way to get from Bogotá to Caldas is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $60 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Bogotá and Caldas?

No, there is no direct bus from Bogotá to Caldas. However, there are services departing from Terminal Salitre and arriving at Caldas via Terminal de Transportes de Manizales. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 27m.

How far is it from Bogotá to Caldas?

The distance between Bogotá and Caldas is 264 km. The road distance is 418.3 km.

How do I travel from Bogotá to Caldas without a car?

The best way to get from Bogotá to Caldas without a car is to bus via Rionegro which takes 10h 33m and costs $65 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Bogotá to Caldas?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Bogotá to Caldas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bogotá to Caldas bus from?

Bogotá to Caldas bus services, operated by Tax La Feria, depart from Terminal Salitre station.

Bus or fly from Bogotá to Caldas?

The best way to get from Bogotá to Caldas is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $60 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Rionegro, which costs $65 - $210 and takes 10h 33m.

Where does the Bogotá to Caldas bus arrive?

Bogotá to Caldas bus services, operated by Tax La Feria, arrive at Terminal de Transportes de Manizales station.

Can I drive from Bogotá to Caldas?

Yes, the driving distance between Bogotá to Caldas is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Bogotá to Caldas.

Where can I stay near Caldas?

There are 2577+ hotels available in Caldas.

Bogotá to Caldas - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Bogotá to Caldas by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova
best
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE)BOG - MDE
3h 24m
$61–196
Drive 418.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bogotá to Caldas418.3 km
6h 51m
$22–32
Bus via Rionegro
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Marinilla
10h 33m
$68–207
Fly to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)BOG - EOH
3h 34m
$62–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Marinilla
11h 8m
$73–210
Bus via Manizales
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Manizales to Caldas
14h 27m
$23–48

El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) flights

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1h 3mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264.1 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Bogotá, Colombia and Caldas, Colombia?

JetSMART, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., and two other airlines fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin Jose Marie Cordova (MDE) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Rapido Ochoa operates a bus from Terminal Salitre to Marinilla 5 times a day. Tickets cost $17–27 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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