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How do you get from Medellín to Cartagena?
The distance between Medellín and Cartagena is 389 miles (636 km). The easiest way to make the trip is to fly, which takes about an hour. Buses run from Medellín to Cartagena numerous times every day and are an economical way to go; you can expect at least thirteen hours on the road.
Is there a train from Medellín to Cartagena?
You’ll have to take the train from Medellin North Terminal, and then you can choose between a few different train companies that not only travel interstate, but to other countries within South America. The price to take a train from Medellin to Cartagena should cost no more than 100,000 COP (about $28 USD).
How much is the bus in Medellín?
0.7USD
The price of a bus ticket in the city for 2020 is of 2.300 COP (0.7USD). Depending on the bus you take, the cost and the payment method you will have to use can change. In most of the integrated Metro buses, you will need your Cívica card to access.
What is there to see between Medellín and Cartagena?
Best stops along Medellin to Cartagena drive
- Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral, Girardota. Spiritist center.
- Water Park. Water park.
- Parque Los Tamarindos. Amusement park.
- Kanaloa. Water park.
- Plaza de Bolívar. Garden.
- Despacho Parroquial Iglesia Santa Bárbara. Church.
- Carlos Caballos.
- Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de los Dolores.
Is Cartagena cheaper than Medellin?
In general Cartagena is a more expensive place to live than Medellín.
Is Cartagena more expensive than Medellín?
Cartagena is a resort town. It’s beautiful and a joy to look at both during the day and at night. It’s more expensive than Medellin and the old town and Boca Grande are focused on tourists.
Is Cartagena better than Medellín?
Medellín arguably wins here. Medellín ranked much higher than Cartagena in a recent survey of 12,548 in Colombia in terms of citizens feeling safe in their barrio and city.
Is Uber cheap in Medellin?
Although Uber in Medellín is quite cheap, using it all the time can end up being a bit expensive. Fortunately, the city has a very developed and innovative public transportation system.
How do I pay for the Medellin metro?
Pay cash for your Medellin Metro ticket purchases – we didn’t spot any card payment for tourist purchases. You must buy Medellin Metro Tickets from a ticket office, or taquilla. You’ll find these at all metro line stations. A ticket is a white plastic card that is encoded with several journeys.
Is the Medellin metro Safe?
Using the Metro The metro in Medellin is very safe. During the day you can take the metro around the city without worry. In fact, Medellin’s metro is safer than most metros around the world and also cleaner.