Bus from Bogotá to Cali
Bolivariano + Berlinas + Copetran Pullman · ~10 hours overnight cama · US$22-35 · Flight ~1h $40-100 alternative
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The Bogotá → Cali route is a long Andean Pullman corridor — ~10 hours overnight cama. Most travelers fly (~1 hour, $40-100 USD); overnight Pullman is the budget option.
Spring Bus connects you to operators on this route — Bolivariano + Berlinas + Copetran Pullmans ($22-35 USD) + Avianca / Latam / Viva flights ($40-100 USD).
Route details: Bogotá to Cali
Travel time
10 h
Distance
460 km
Typical fare
$22 – $35 USD per person
Frequency
Multiple daily Pullmans + overnight cama option (most fly)
First departure
Approx. 8:00 AM
Last departure
Approx. 11:00 PM (overnight cama)
Operators on this route
Bolivariano · Expreso Bolivariano · Berlinas del Fonce · Copetran
Pickup at Bogotá
Terminal de Transportes de Bogotá (Salitre)
Drop-off at Cali
Terminal de Transportes de Cali
About the journey
The Bogotá → Cali route is a long Andean Pullman corridor — ~10 hours overnight cama from Bogotá's high plateau down through the Cauca Valley to Cali. Most travelers fly (~1 hour, $40-100 USD), but the overnight Pullman is the budget option.
Travel tips for Bogotá → Cali
- Most travelers fly ($40-100 USD, ~1 hour).
- Overnight cama Pullman for budget travelers ($22-35 USD, ~10 h).
- Andean corridor through La Línea pass — scenic + winding mountain road.
- Pre-book overnight cama in high season.
- Cali salsa scene — many travelers stay 2-4 nights for salsa lessons + clubs.
- Onward to Popayán — Pullman from Cali (~3 h, $6-11 USD) to the White City.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Bogotá to Cali?
**About 10 hours** on overnight cama Pullman. **Flight is ~1 hour** on Avianca / Latam / Viva.
How much is the bus from Bogotá to Cali?
**COP 90,000-130,000 / US$22-35 per person** on overnight cama Pullman. **US$40-100 per person** on flight.
Should I fly or take the overnight bus?
**Most travelers fly** — saves 9 hours each way. **Overnight Pullman** is the budget option.
What's the route like?
**Andean Pullman corridor through La Línea pass** — scenic + winding mountain road. Pullman travels through high-altitude páramo + descends through coffee region to the Cauca Valley.
What time do overnight Pullmans leave Bogotá for Cali?
**Typically 8 PM, 9 PM, 10 PM, 11 PM** for overnight cama service.
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