Cartago to Ibagué by bus
Ibagué lies 86 km (53 mi) south-east of Cartago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 47 min including stops, over roughly 105 km (65 mi) of road.
| Cartago | Ibagué | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 134,972 | 529,635 |
| Elevation | 722 m (2,369 ft) | 1,047 m (3,435 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 762021–762027 | 730001–730019 |
Where to book buses from Cartago to Ibagué
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Staying in Ibagué
Our booking partner lists 312 places to stay in Ibagué. Of the 99 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (78), and 2 are five-star. Across 23 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 13,445 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ibagué from Cartago?
86 km (53 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Cartago; by road roughly 105 km (65 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cartago to Ibagué by bus?
About 1 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cartago and Ibagué?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where can I stay in Ibagué?
Our booking partner lists 312 places to stay in Ibagué, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.