Medellin to Cali

Medellin to Cali

Medellin
Cali
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Medellin to Cali Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+8h 4m
$645.00
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
01:38
08:34
$161.06
Bus
Flota La Macarena
Tourist AC
03:00
12:00
$21.09
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:02
07:22
$157.44
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:20
05:26
$65.56
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
04:37
15:29
$150.35
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
04:53
20:38
$114.04
Flight
Avianca
Economy
05:10
09:30
$80.27
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:26
16:49
$101.82
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
05:42
19:04
$161.03
Flight
Avianca
Economy
05:58
09:11
$92.21
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:14
07:20
$112.55
Flight
Clic Air
Economy
06:30
12:45
$128.84
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
06:47
07:52
$60.34
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
07:03
13:48
$215.02
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
07:20
18:05
$93.88
Flight
Avianca
Economy
07:50
11:05
$102.92
Flight
LATAM Airlines Group
Economy
08:07
14:44
$88.76
Flight
JetSmart
Economy
08:23
22:03
$113.63
Flight
Clic Air
Economy
08:40
13:55
$154.30

How to get from Medellin to Cali

Travelling between Medellin and Cali is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,013.03 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 27.73.

How long does it take to get from Medellin to Cali?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 9 hours to travel between Medellin and Cali depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Medellin and Cali. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 2m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Cali.

How much does it cost to get from Medellin to Cali?

Travelling between Medellin and Cali can be as cheap as USD 27.73 if you opt for a Empresa Arauca bus and as expensive as USD 1,013.03 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Medellin and Cali ?

  • 24 from Medellin to Cali starting from 03:00 Terminal del Sur Medellin until 23:00 Terminal del Sur Medellin
  • 8 from Medellin to Cali starting from 05:00 Jose Maria Cordova Airport until 22:38 Jose Maria Cordova Airport
  • 12 from Medellin to Cali starting from 00:00 Medellin Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Medellin Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Medellin to Cali.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Medellin to Cali, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 42.77.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Medellin and Cali

Avianca, Clic Air, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group

Bus

Travelling from Medellin to Cali overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Medellin and Cali

Empresa Arauca, Expreso Bolivariano, Flota La Macarena

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Medellin and Cali

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

What is the most popular transport to get from Medellin to Cali?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% opted for a bus
  • 33% decided to fly

Transportation from Medellin to Cali

Facts about the transport from Medellin to Cali

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport1h 2m
Earliest Departure3:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day44
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvianca, Clic Air, Empresa Arauca, Expreso Bolivariano, Flota La Macarena, JetSmart, LATAM Airlines Group