Driving from Cartagena to Medellín
Medellín lies 462 km (287 mi) south of Cartagena, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 3 min without stops, over roughly 564 km (350 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Cartagena | Medellín | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 914,552 | 2 million |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Postal codes | 130001–130027 | 050001–050048 |
Where to book car hire from Cartagena to Medellín
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Staying in Medellín
Our booking partner lists 2,864+ places to stay in Medellín (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 630 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (304), and 24 are five-star. Across 419 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 302,791 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Medellín from Cartagena?
462 km (287 mi) in a straight line, south of Cartagena; by road roughly 564 km (350 mi).
How long does it take to get from Cartagena to Medellín by car?
About 7 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cartagena and Medellín?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where can I stay in Medellín?
Our booking partner lists 2,864+ places to stay in Medellín, 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.