How far is Medellín from Cartagena by plane?
The distance between Medellín and Cartagena is 389 miles (636 km). The easiest way to make the trip is to fly, which takes about an hour.
Is Cartagena close to Medellín?
The distance from Medellin to Cartagena is 628.8 kilometers (390.7 miles) by road and 461 kilometers (287 miles) by air.
What airport do you fly into for Cartagena Colombia?
Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport
All flights to Cartagena land at Cartagena Rafael Nunez Airport. The airport code is CTG,and it can also be referred to as Rafael Nunez or Rafael Núñez Intl.
Is there a train from Medellin to Cartagena?
You’ll have to take the train from Medellin North Terminal, and then you can choose between a few different train companies that not only travel interstate, but to other countries within South America. The price to take a train from Medellin to Cartagena should cost no more than 100,000 COP (about $28 USD).
How long is the bus ride from Medellin to Cartagena?
13 hrs 48 mins
Medellin to Cartagena Bus Service
| Avg. Bus Duration | : 13 hrs 48 mins |
|---|---|
| Buses depart from | : Medellin |
| Bus arrives in | : Cartagena |
| Cheapest Bus | : COP 140000 |
| Earliest Bus | : 06:30 |
Is there a train from Medellín to Cartagena?
What is the best time to go to Cartagena Colombia?
The best time to visit Cartagena is December to April. The city’s tropical climate means that, although temperatures tend to stay around the mid-80s year-round, the amount of precipitation each season varies wildly.
How many days should I stay in Cartagena?
So, while one day is short, seeing the highlights of Cartagena in one day is doable. However, we recommend you allow yourself at least 3 to 5 days in Cartagena to really experience this Spanish colonial town and its nearby Caribbean islands.
What is Medellin known for?
Capital of Antioquia province, a fertile region famous for its coffee plantations and its flower farms, for its orchids and butterflies, it is known as the City of Eternal Spring for its idyllic climate.
Is English spoken in Cartagena?
The two areas where English is most widely spoken are inside the walled city of Cartagena and in the Caribbean islands of San Andres and Providencia.
Do they speak English in Medellin Colombia?
The other major cities, particularly Bogotá and Medellín, aren´t too slack when it comes to speaking English. Luckily enough, the glitzier, partayier areas of Colombia´s two largest cities also happen to speak the most English.