How much is the bus ticket from Cali to Manizales?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Manizales start from RUB 1,311. The average price for this route is around RUB 1,537. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cali to Manizales?

The average bus trip duration from Cali to Manizales is 5h 11m, covering a distance of 130 miles (210 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Copetran .

Which bus companies service the Cali to Manizales route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira , Copetran , Expreso Brasilia , Empresa Arauca , Bolivariano , Cootranshuila .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Manizales?

The earliest bus departs from Cali to Manizales at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Manizales?

A bus trip from Cali to Manizales generates an estimated 5.225350000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cali to Manizales?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2241 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Manizales?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Cali to Manizales?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca , with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cali to Manizales?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Palmira , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cali to Manizales from RUB 1,359 | Compare & Save up to 11%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cali to Manizales on June 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:00pm	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	11:11pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:00pm	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	12:11am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags

Next departures for Cali to Manizales on June 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	9:41am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:00pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:15pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	11:11am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	4:16pm	Terminal Cali	5h 48m	10:04pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags

Next departures for Cali to Manizales on June 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	9:41am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:00pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:15pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	11:11am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	4:16pm	Terminal Cali	5h 48m	10:04pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags

Next departures for Cali to Manizales on June 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	9:41am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:00pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	Fastest
Bus	4:15pm	Terminal Cali	5h	9:15pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Terminal Cali	5h 11m	11:11am	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags
Bus	4:16pm	Terminal Cali	5h 48m	10:04pm	Transportation Terminal Manizales	No tags

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Get from Cali to Manizales

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 1,311, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

5h 11mAverage Duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Cali and Manizales?

Stops in Cali

A
Terminal Cali
Vías Internas Terminal, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
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Stops in Manizales

A
Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia

Compare bus companies

Expreso Palmira

3.4/5340 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi1.1

Based on 340 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Expreso Palmira ticket prices on this trip start at RUB 1,387

Expreso Palmira Cali Manizales recent customer reviews

Very good. Nice mini bus van. Driver was moody and drove crazy like what’s with the emergency braking all the time

Elizabeth C.

May 24, 2025

good sevice nice employees ,drivers explained what was up all good, will use again and again

Keith B.

December 9, 2019

It was fine.

Angela Patricia C.

May 14, 2019

Copetran

2.9/51,055 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.3

Expreso Brasilia

3.1/52,016 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi1.2

Empresa Arauca

3.0/5156 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.1

Bolivariano

3.5/52,242 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.9

Cootranshuila

2.4/521 reviews

Staff2.0

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness2.0

Wifi0.0

CO bus companies:Expreso Brasilia, Copetran, Rapido Ochoa, Coomotor, Bolivariano, Expreso Palmira, Unitransco

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cali to Manizales by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cali to Manizales?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cali to Manizales start from RUB 1,311. The average price for this route is around RUB 1,537. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cali to Manizales?
The average bus trip duration from Cali to Manizales is 5h 11m, covering a distance of 130 miles (210 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Copetran.
Which bus companies service the Cali to Manizales route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Expreso Palmira, Copetran, Expreso Brasilia, Empresa Arauca, Bolivariano, Cootranshuila.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cali to Manizales?
The earliest bus departs from Cali to Manizales at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cali to Manizales?
A bus trip from Cali to Manizales generates an estimated 5.225350000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cali to Manizales?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Bolivariano, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 2241 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cali to Manizales?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Empresa Arauca has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cali to Manizales?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Empresa Arauca, with a punctuality rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cali to Manizales?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expreso Palmira, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/18

RUB 1,522

06/19

RUB 1,516

Today

RUB 1,408

06/21

RUB 1,408

06/22

RUB 1,495

06/23

RUB 1,499

06/24

RUB 1,452

06/25

RUB 1,522

The cheapest trip from Cali to Manizales was searched and found on Jun 20, 2026 with a price of RUB 1,408

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cali to Manizales, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from RUB 1,408 to RUB 1,522 for a bus ticket from Cali to Manizales based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 1,408 which is on 2026-06-21.

Usually Copetran will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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