Medellín to Cúcuta by train
Cúcuta lies 386 km (240 mi) north-east of Medellín, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 33 min at the speeds typical of Colombia rail, over roughly 470 km (292 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Medellín | Cúcuta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 2 million | 777,106 |
| Elevation | 1,528 m (5,013 ft) | 298 m (978 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
| Postal codes | 050001–050048 | 540001–540019 |
Where to book trains from Medellín to Cúcuta
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Staying in Cúcuta
Our booking partner lists 127 places to stay in Cúcuta. Of the 52 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (31), and 1 are five-star. Across 31 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 20,243 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Cúcuta from Medellín?
386 km (240 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Medellín; by road roughly 470 km (292 mi).
How long does it take to get from Medellín to Cúcuta by train?
About 5 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Medellín and Cúcuta?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Where can I stay in Cúcuta?
Our booking partner lists 127 places to stay in Cúcuta, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.