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Compare all timetables for the bus from Medellín to Cali

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Medellín to Cali from various bus operators like Expreso Bolivariano, Empresa Arauca or Flota Magdalena for the next days.
today
from $16
tomorrow
from $16
Sunday
from $16
Monday
from $16
Tuesday
from $16
Wednesday
from $16
Thursday
from $16

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Premium Economy
    $16
  • Empresa Arauca
    8h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    3:00 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Empresa Arauca
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    11:30 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Bolivariano
    11h 0m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    1:30 AM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Bolivariano
    Economy
    $16
  • Expreso Palmira
    8h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Medellín
    San Jose Bus Stop
    7:55 PM
    Cali
    Terminal De Transporte
    0
    Expreso Palmira
    Economy
    $16

Frequency of bus connections between Medellín and Cali

See here how frequent the connections between Medellín and Cali are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 45 daily buses from Medellín to Cali. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 37 daily coaches between Medellín and Cali.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 153 buses from Medellín to Cali, while Night sees the fewest connections between Medellín and Cali, with 25 offers.

Facts about the bus from Medellín to Cali

Compare all providers like Expreso Bolivariano, Empresa Arauca and Flota Magdalena that travel 40 times every day by bus from Medellín to Cali in one click! Book your bus ticket from Medellín to Cali starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 8h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:00 AM
Latest Bus 11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 40 Ø
Distance 205.4 miles
Bus Companies Expreso Bolivariano, Empresa Arauca, Flota Magdalena and Expreso Palmira

Cheapest bus connections from Medellín to Cali

Every day, 40 buses from 4 bus companies leave Medellín for Cali: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/23/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/18
Monday 05/19
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
Thursday 05/22
Friday 05/23
$16
Saturday 05/24
$16
Sunday 05/25
$16
Monday 05/26
$16
Tuesday 05/27
$16
Wednesday 05/28
$16
Thursday 05/29
$16
Friday 05/30
$19
Saturday 05/31
$16
Sunday 06/01
$15
Monday 06/02
$18
Tuesday 06/03
$15
Wednesday 06/04
$15
Thursday 06/05
$15
Friday 06/06
$15
Saturday 06/07
$15
Sunday 06/08
$15
Monday 06/09
$15
Tuesday 06/10
$15
Wednesday 06/11
$15
Thursday 06/12
$15
Friday 06/13
$15
Saturday 06/14

The cheapest time to travel from Medellín to Cali

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Medellín to Cali, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Medellín to Cali. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Medellín to Cali, with $16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Medellín to Cali

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Medellín to Cali in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Medellín to Cali, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Medellín to Cali are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Medellín to Cali

These are the most booked bus companies between Medellín to Cali from our users.

Flota Magdalena from Medellín to Cali

Flota Magdalena

Here you will find the key facts about the Flota Magdalena bus route Medellín to Cali:

Cheapest Price $19
Fastest Bus 10h 0m
Earliest Bus 3:00 AM
Last Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 5/23/2025

Empresa Arauca from Medellín to Cali

Empresa Arauca

Here you will find the key facts about the Empresa Arauca bus route Medellín to Cali:

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 8h 0m
Earliest Bus 5:30 AM
Last Bus 11:00 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 5/22/2025

Expreso Bolivariano from Medellín to Cali

Expreso Bolivariano

Here you will find the key facts about the Expreso Bolivariano bus route Medellín to Cali:

Cheapest Price $16
Fastest Bus 8h 20m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 5/23/2025

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Medellín - Cali

Empresa Arauca
Diana VeleZ, 12/10/2024
Pésimo servicio, como es posible que una ruta medellín Cali envíen una buseta super incomoda para viajar, sin espacio, sillas normales para un viaje de 8 horas y tras de eso suben los pasajes... Antes ... Pésimo servicio, como es posible que una ruta medellín Cali envíen una buseta super incomoda para viajar, sin espacio, sillas normales para un viaje de 8 horas y tras de eso suben los pasajes... Antes los recomendaba ahora No!

All bus stations and stops in Medellín and Cali

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Medellín and Cali.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Medellín to Cali

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Medellín to Cali? Or which bus companies serve the route Medellín to Cali? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Medellín to Cali bus

How much does a Medellín Cali bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 8h 55m to reach Cali. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Medellín to Cali?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $23. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Cali.

On average, how many connections are available from Medellín to Cali each day?

Every day, the Medellín to Cali bus route is served by approximately 40 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Medellín to Cali take?

The fastest bus from Medellín to Cali is offered by Empresa Arauca and takes 8h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $16. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Medellín to Cali?

The earliest bus arriving in Cali from Medellín starts at 3:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Medellín to Cali?

The latest bus trip departing from Medellín for Cali starts at 11:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Medellín Cali route?

When traveling by bus from Medellín to Cali, passengers can travel with Expreso Bolivariano, Empresa Arauca and Flota Magdalena. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Medellín and Cali?

You can check all the direct connections between Medellín and Cali by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Expreso Bolivariano, Empresa Arauca and Flota Magdalena.

What can I take with me on the Medellín to Cali bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Medellín Cali bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Medellín Cali bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Medellín to Cali on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Medellín to Cali

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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