Tours/Cartagena/Private Transportation from Cartagena to Santa Marta City
Viator · Private tour

Private Transportation from Cartagena to Santa Marta City

4.9(102)Cartagena1 hour
VIATOR4.8(50)TRIPADVISOR5.0(52)

Description

Enjoy a stress-free transfer from your hotel in Cartagena de Indias to your hotel in Santa Marta. This rate includes bottled water per person. The trip last from 4 to 4 hours and a half (time varies depending on traffic). Drivers do not speak English. Once you meet him he will take you to the vehicle and the next destination will be your hotel. There is one optional stop after passing Barranquilla where you can stretch your legs and go to the toilette. There is also the possibility to stop for lunch in case you need it.

Tour Options

Compact SUV in Spanish
  • Private driver in Spanish: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with a professional Spanish-speaking driver Compact SUV for up to 3 people: Comfy Renault Duster or similar for up to 3 people. 3 medium suitcases and 2 carry-on allowed. Complementary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your lunch break. Pickup included
Large van in Spanish
  • Private driver in Spanish: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with a professional Spanish-Speaking driver Large van for up to 13 people: Mercedes-benz Sprinter or similar. 13 medium and 13 carry-on suitcases allowed. Complementary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your break Pickup included
Compact SUV in English
  • English-speaking host: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with an additional English-speaking host Compact SUV for up to 2 people: Ideally for couples, friends and solo travellers. 3 medium suitcases and 2 carry-on allowed. Complimentary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your break. Pickup included
Minivan in English
  • English-speaking host: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with an additional English-speaking host Minivan for up to 6 people: Mercedes-benz Vito or Hyundai Grand Starex depending on availability. 6 medium and 4 carry-on suitcases allowed. Complimentary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your break Pickup included
Large Van in English
  • English-speaking host: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with an additional English-speaking host for your convenience Large van for up to 13 people: Mercedes-benz Sprinter or similar depending on availability. 13 medium and 13 carry-on suitcases allowed. Complimentary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your break Pickup included
Minivan in Spanish
  • Private driver in Spanish: Direct stress-free transfer just for you and your group with a professional Spanish-speaking driver Spacious minivan: Minivan for up to 6 people. Mercedes-benz Vito or Hyundai Grand Starex depending on availability. Complimentary 1-hour stop: Relax at Malecon del Rio, Barranquilla. Enjoy varied gastronomy and Magdalena River view during your lunch break. Pickup included

Highlights

One-way private transfer
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle

What's included

Included
One-way private transfer
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Tips

Traveller Ratings

4.9
102 reviews
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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Reviews(102)

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314jhonl
April 20, 2026
Great experience

Great experience, our driver Hader was amazing, and super helpful with everything overall amazing ride and comfortable

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tasnimaha2025
April 7, 2026
From Cartagena to Santa Marta

Very professional service. Excellent communication, driver was punctual, comfortable ride. Thank you.

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briandd2018
March 9, 2026
Excellent service!

Excellent service and our driver Jover was extremely friendly and professional.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your kind review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you received excellent service and that Yover made such a positive impression with his friendly and professional approach. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him—he will be very happy to hear this. Thank you again for your trust, and we hope to assist you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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Excursion06146580260
March 5, 2026
Thank you, Hader.

Excellent attention and company from Hader Bustamante, provided us with a lot of relevant information and made the 5hs trip very enjoyable.

Operator response

Hola! Muchas gracias por tu comentario—realmente valoramos que te hayas tomado el tiempo de compartir tu experiencia. Nos alegra mucho saber que Hader Bustamante hizo de tu viaje una experiencia tan amena y que su atención e información aportaron valor durante el trayecto. Sin duda, comentarios como el tuyo nos motivan a seguir ofreciendo el mejor servicio. Le haremos llegar tus palabras, ¡seguro le alegrarán mucho! Gracias nuevamente por tu confianza y esperamos poder acompañarte en una próxima ocasión. Saludos cordiales, Santiago Argote

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821jemc
February 25, 2026
Cartegena to Santa Marta

Hadar was an excellent driver safe and sound the whole way for the drive from Cartagena to Santa Marta, on time great experience. Santiago the booking manager was very responsive and helpful as well. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your fantastic review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re very happy to hear that you had such a great journey from Cartagena to Santa Marta, and that Hader provided a safe, punctual, and comfortable ride. It’s also wonderful to know that the communication and booking process met your expectations. Thank you as well for your kind words about me—it really means a lot! We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to have the pleasure of assisting you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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Neal_J
February 18, 2026
Cartagena-Santa Marta trip

Great ride with Hugo as our guide and Arnel as our driver. Hugo gave us a fact filled trip that made the time pass so quickly. I would strongly recommend Hugo as a friendly, super informative guy!

Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your kind review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re very happy to hear that you had a great ride with Hugo and Arnel, and that Hugo’s knowledge and insights made the journey feel quick and enjoyable. It’s always our goal to turn travel time into a meaningful part of the experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Hugo—he will be very glad to hear your recommendation. Thank you again for your trust, and we hope to assist you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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345jillianj
February 18, 2026
Best Transport from Cartagena to Santa Marta

Amazing time with our guide Hugo and driver Arnel. Hugo was super knowledgeable, friendly and kind. We learned so much about not only Cartagena, but also the villages and cities we passed along the way to Santa Marta. We stopped to see statues of Shakira, Sofia Vegara, got food and bathroom breaks! 100% recommend. We felt very welcomed, safe, and we learned a ton from Hugo who is fluent in both English and Spanish.

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Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your wonderful review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing time with Hugo and Arnel. It’s great to know that Hugo’s knowledge, kindness, and bilingual guidance made the journey both informative and enjoyable, and that you were able to learn so much about the different places along the way. We’re also happy to hear that the stops along the route—from sightseeing to food and comfort breaks—added to the overall experience, and that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout. We will be sure to share your kind words with both Hugo and Arnel—they will be very glad to hear this. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We hope to have the pleasure of assisting you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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juanpM4878ZF
January 28, 2026
Cartagena to Santa Marta: Excellent driver, polite and very professional

Excellent service, the best option if you want to go quiet. The route by plane Cartagena-Bogotá-Santa Marta is very slow, hopefully 4-5 hours, if you make it very fair, the cost, twice what I got here. Plus it's more expensive. The very polite driver knew how to keep quiet or not be noisy with the music when I went to the phone, then offered a very interesting conversation and full of valuable route and stay data. I totally recommend.

Operator response

Hola! Muchas gracias por tu excelente comentario—realmente valoramos que te hayas tomado el tiempo de compartir tu experiencia con tanto detalle. Nos alegra mucho saber que el servicio fue la mejor opción para tu viaje y que pudiste disfrutar de un trayecto tranquilo y eficiente. También es muy valioso para nosotros saber que el conductor supo adaptarse a cada momento, brindando tanto comodidad como una conversación interesante cuando fue oportuno. Gracias también por tu recomendación, significa mucho para todo nuestro equipo. Esperamos poder acompañarte nuevamente en una próxima oportunidad. Saludos cordiales, Santiago Argote

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Georgina_M
January 9, 2026
I’m really glad we chose...

I’m really glad we chose this option instead of traveling by bus. Our driver, Hader, was extremely kind and professional, shared lots of helpful advice, and made us feel completely safe with his careful driving. He picked us up and dropped us off door to door, and since our accommodation was near Tayrona Park, we paid a pre-agreed additional fee, which was absolutely worth it.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your wonderful review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re very happy to hear that choosing private transportation made such a positive difference compared to traveling by bus. It’s great to know that Hader provided a kind, professional, and safe experience, and that his advice along the way added value to your journey. We’re also glad everything worked smoothly with the door-to-door service and the additional arrangement to your accommodation near Tayrona—it’s always our goal to make things as comfortable and seamless as possible. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Hader—he will be very happy to hear them. Thank you again for your trust, and we hope to assist you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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Sightsee31597309489
January 4, 2026
We relaxed and talked with the driver throughout the whole trip.

The experience was excellent. Our driver was very kind and knowledgeable. He allowed us to both relax and enjoy the ride as well as talk with us throughout.

Operator response

Hello! Thank you so much for your kind review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience and that your driver made you feel comfortable throughout the journey. It’s great to know you were able to both relax and enjoy engaging conversation along the way—that balance is exactly what we strive to offer. Thank you again for your trust, and we would be happy to assist you again in the future. Warm regards, Santiago Argote

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