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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Transportation Terminal Manizales | Terminal Cali | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:49 PM -05.
Get from Manizales to Cali
The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Manizales and Cali
Stops in Manizales
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Terminal de Transportes de Manizales
Vía Panamericana, Manizales, Caldas, Colombia
Compare bus companies
Based on 353 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Expreso Palmira ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 73
Expreso Palmira Manizales Cali recent customer reviews
Smooth ride, comfortable car and helpful staff from Manizales to Cali. We arrived 20 minutes early
Alyssa D.
safe and smooth driver (Manizales to Cali)
Bronte L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manizales to Cali 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 Manizales to Cali?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manizales to Cali start from PEN 73. The average price for this route is around PEN 74. 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 Manizales to Cali?
The average bus travel time from Manizales to Cali is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 210 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Expreso Palmira.
Which bus companies service the Manizales to Cali route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manizales to Cali?
The earliest bus departs from Manizales to Cali at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manizales to Cali?
A bus trip from Manizales to Cali generates an estimated 5.225350000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manizales to Cali was searched and found on Sep 22, 2026 with a price of PEN 68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manizales to Cali, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 68 to PEN 73 for a bus ticket from Manizales to Cali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 68 which is on 2026-09-22.
