✈ Transfer Options from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta

Q: How do I get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

You have two options to choose from when getting from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta . The most convenient option is to take a taxi, which takes around 2 hours and costs around €245 (COP 1,047,053). Taking the bus is a more budget-friendly option, costing approximately €28.75 (COP 123,000) for the ticket and taxi fare to the Barranquilla bus station. Travelling by bus takes around 1 hour and 50 minutes. Make your trip from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta as enjoyable and straightforward as possible by booking a private transfer with Welcome Pickups . Our English-speaking drivers will provide a mini tour of the city as part of your transfer and share local recommendations for your visit.

Q: How much is a taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

A taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta will typically cost around €245 (COP 1,047,053) and take about 2 hours. However, your final fare will depend on your drop-off location, the number of passengers, and vehicle type. You’ll also need to negotiate a price with your driver before setting off. If you book online in advance, you’re guaranteed a set, competitive fare and won’t need to negotiate.

The idyllic city of Santa Marta in Colombia sits 103 km east of Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport in Barranquilla. Steeped in history and abundant in natural beauty, Santa Marta is famed for notable landmarks like Quinta of Saint Peter of Alexandria and the breathtaking beaches of Tayrona National Park.

Two options are available to you when travelling from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta: taxi and bus. Taking a taxi or private transfer is the most convenient option. The journey takes around 2 hours and costs approximately €245 (COP 1,047,053), depending on factors like the number of passengers, your exact destination, and traffic conditions.

The cheapest option is to take a bus from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta. You’ll need to first take a taxi to Barranquilla bus station before getting a bus to Santa Marta. Including the taxi to the bus station, the overall journey from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta will take around 1 hour and 50 minutes, though this can vary significantly based on traffic conditions and the bus route. On average, the total trip will cost about €28.75 (COP 123,000).

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€245	120min	24/7
Bus	€57.50	110min	24/7

How to get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta by taxi

Getting to Santa Marta from Barranquilla by taxi is comfortable and convenient. In general, taxis aren’t fitted with taximeters, so you’ll typically have to agree on a fare with your driver before departing. Depending on the traffic conditions, you can expect the journey to take around 2 hours.

Taxi fare from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta

Taxis in Barranquilla tend to operate on set fares rather than using a taximeter. On average, a taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta will cost about €245 (COP 1,047,053). However, the fare will depend on several factors, such as your final destination, the number of passengers, and the type of vehicle.

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Cost

€245

Trip Duration

120 Min.

*Taxi prices vary unless you book your ride in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Barranquilla Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

After you leave the Arrivals Hall, you’ll notice the taxi rank right outside of the airport terminal. For safety reasons, ensure you take a licenced taxi from the rank, as unlicenced drivers may approach you. When booking with Welcome Pickups, all drivers and vehicles are licenced and trained.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Barranquilla Airpot to Santa Marta is the most convenient and hassle-free way to travel. Within around 2 hours, you’ll be picked up directly from the exit of the Arrivals Hall and dropped off at your accommodation.

Taxis are available at any time, and you won’t need to worry about travelling to the bus station or figuring out timetables.

Editor’s Note

In most cases, your driver will need to take a tolled road to get to Santa Marta from Barranquilla Airport, which may affect your final fare.

Useful Tips

To avoid getting overcharged, you must settle on a price with your driver before departing from the airport.

Most taxis don't accept card payments, so you'll need sufficient cash in Colombian Pesos, the local currency, to pay your driver.

While tipping taxi drivers in Barranquilla isn't expected, rounding up the final fare or including a small tip is always appreciated.

How to get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta by bus

The bus is the cheapest way to get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta. Several well-regarded bus companies, including Copetran and Expreso Brasilia, run numerous services to Santa Marta each day. Expreso Brasilia operates over 25 services most days, while Copetran runs 3.

Because the buses to Santa Marta depart from Barranquilla bus station, you’ll need to take a taxi here from the airport first. This taxi ride will take around 20 minutes, though it varies based on the traffic conditions. From here, the bus takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. However, depending on the bus route and traffic, it can be slightly shorter or longer.

How much is the bus from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

The final cost of the bus from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta will vary based on your taxi fare and chosen bus route. A taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Barranquilla bus station will cost around €21.75 (93,000 COP) on average. Tickets for the bus departing from Barranquilla bus station to Santa Marta are usually about €7 (COP 30,000), though it may differ depending on your departure time and bus company.

Cost

€28.75

Trip Duration

110 Min.

Expreso Brasilia runs over 25 buses every day to Santa Marta.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Expreso Brasilia from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta is available between 00:00 to 23:00.

Where do I get the bus from?

To get to Barranquilla bus station from Barranquilla Airport, you’ll need to take a taxi, which usually takes around 20 minutes and costs around €22 (COP 93,000). As you exit the Arrivals Hall, you’ll find a taxi rank where you’ll agree on a price with a driver.

After you reach the Barranquilla bus station, look for the desks for your chosen bus company, which will likely be Copetran and Expreso Brasilia. You’ll have the option of buying your tickets here or purchasing them online in advance. To guarantee your spot on the bus, it’s better to get your tickets from the bus company website ahead of time.

Convenience

The bus from Barranquilla to Santa Marta is comfortable and reliable, but it’s not the most convenient as it requires a 20-minute taxi ride to get to the station. You may face long waiting times at the bus station depending on which bus company you choose.

Timetables

Expreso Brasilia Bus Tickets

Copetran

Editor’s Note

Expreso Brasilia departs to Santa Marta more frequently than Copetran, so it may be a more convenient option.

Useful Tips

If you prefer to select your own seat, ensure you book your bus tickets online before your trip.

Because of reduced traffic on the roads, buses departing early in the morning or late in the evening can take significantly less time than those during the day to get to Santa Marta from Barranquilla.

Check the bus company websites regularly in the weeks before your departure, as online discounts are often available.

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What is the distance from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

Santa Marta is approximately 103 km from Barranquilla Airport. By taxi or private transfer, the travel time is about 2 hours, on average.

How do I get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

You have two options to choose from when getting from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta. The most convenient option is to take a taxi, which takes around 2 hours and costs around €245 (COP 1,047,053). Taking the bus is a more budget-friendly option, costing approximately €28.75 (COP 123,000) for the ticket and taxi fare to the Barranquilla bus station. Travelling by bus takes around 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Make your trip from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta as enjoyable and straightforward as possible by booking a private transfer with Welcome Pickups. Our English-speaking drivers will provide a mini tour of the city as part of your transfer and share local recommendations for your visit.

How much is a taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

A taxi from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta will typically cost around €245 (COP 1,047,053) and take about 2 hours. However, your final fare will depend on your drop-off location, the number of passengers, and vehicle type. You’ll also need to negotiate a price with your driver before setting off. If you book online in advance, you’re guaranteed a set, competitive fare and won’t need to negotiate.

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How to get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta by taxi

Taxi fare from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta

Cost

€245

Trip Duration

120 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Barranquilla Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta by bus

How much is the bus from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta?

Cost

€28.75

Trip Duration

110 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Expreso Brasilia from Barranquilla Airport to Santa Marta is available between 00:00 to 23:00.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Expreso Brasilia Bus Tickets

Copetran

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

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