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

The cheapest way to get from Bogotá to Mérida is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bogotá to Mérida is to fly and bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $85 - $420.

How far is it from Bogotá to Mérida?

The distance between Bogotá and Mérida is 596 km. The road distance is 782.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bogotá to Mérida without a car is to bus via Duitama which takes 19h 39m and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Bogotá to Mérida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bogotá to Mérida bus from?

Bogotá to Mérida bus services, operated by Autoboy, depart from Bogotá - Portal del Norte station.

Where does the Bogotá to Mérida bus arrive?

Bogotá to Mérida bus services, operated by Autoboy, arrive at Duitama station.

What is the time difference between Bogotá and Mérida?

Mérida is 1h ahead of Bogotá. It is currently 5:28 AM in Bogotá and 6:28 AM in Mérida.

Can I drive from Bogotá to Mérida?

Yes, the driving distance between Bogotá to Mérida is 783 km. It takes approximately 12h 8m to drive from Bogotá to Mérida.

Where can I stay near Mérida?

There are 30+ hotels available in Mérida.

Bogotá to Mérida - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bogotá and Mérida?

No, there is no direct bus from Bogotá to Mérida. However, there are services departing from Bogotá - Portal del Norte and arriving at Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes via Terminal de Transportes de Duitama, Terminal Cúcuta and San Antonio del Táchira. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 39m.

There are 7 ways to get from Bogotá to Mérida 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 Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG)BOG - VIG
2. Take the bus from El Vigia Airport to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes
8h 24m
$87–412
Drive 782.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bogotá - Portal del Norte to Mérida782.9 km
12h 8m
$41–59
Bus via Duitama
1. Take the bus from Bogotá - Portal del Norte to Duitama
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Duitama to Terminal Cúcuta
3. Take the bus from San Antonio del Táchira to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes
19h 39m
$50–69
Fly to Camilo Daza International Airport, drive, bus
1. Fly from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)BOG - CUC
2. Drive from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to San Cristóbal
3. Take the bus from San Cristóbal to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes
9h 44m
$104–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal Cúcuta
2. Take the bus from San Antonio del Táchira to Terminal Jose Antonio ParedesMérida
21h 35m
$44–93
Bus via Bucaramanga
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Ubaté
2. Take the bus from Ubaté to Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Bucaramanga to Terminal Cúcuta
4. Take the bus from Ureña to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes
24h
$58–70
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Salitre to Terminal Cúcuta
2. Take the bus from Ureña to Terminal Jose Antonio ParedesMérida
24h 20m
$43–91

El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG) flights

10Weekly Planes

5h 17mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Bogotá, Colombia and Mérida, Venezuela?

You can take a bus from Bogotá - Portal del Norte to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes via Terminal de Transportes de Duitama, Terminal Cúcuta, and San Antonio del Táchira in around 19h 39m.

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