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Santa MartaSincelejo

Santa Marta to Sincelejo by bus

Sincelejo lies 252 km (156 mi) south-west of Santa Marta, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 4 h 46 min including stops, over roughly 307 km (191 mi) of road.

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Santa MartaSincelejo
CountryColombiaColombia
Population499,192277,773
Elevation14 m (46 ft)209 m (686 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Bogota)UTC-5 (America/Bogota)
Postal codes470001–470017700001–700017

Where to book buses from Santa Marta to Sincelejo

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Common questions

How far is Sincelejo from Santa Marta?

252 km (156 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Santa Marta; by road roughly 307 km (191 mi).

How long does it take to get from Santa Marta to Sincelejo by bus?

About 4 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Santa Marta and Sincelejo?

No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.