Bogotá to Cartagena: Road Trip Guide & Distance

405.1 miles 651.9 km · straight line
608.5 miles actual route 979.3 km · driving distance
13h 19min estimated drive time
COP 241887 - COP 297707 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bogotá from Cartagena?

The distance from Bogotá to Cartagena is 405.1 miles (651.9 km) as the crow flies. Cartagena is located NNW of Bogotá. By car, the driving distance is approximately 608.5 miles, taking about 13h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in Colombia.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bogotá and Cartagena. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bogotá to Cartagena

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 19min COP 241887 - COP 297707 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 59min $49–$91* Budget
Train ~12h 39min $73–$213* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Bogotá
4.71°N, 74.07°W
America/Bogota
2640m elevation
Cartagena
10.39°N, 75.54°W
America/Bogota
2m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 135 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM