Getting Here
From Bogotá
By Bus: Buses depart regularly from Bogotá's main bus terminal, Terminal de Transporte de Bogotá, to San Gil. The journey takes around 7-8 hours and several bus companies operate on this route, including Copetran, Bolivariano, and Berlinas. It is recommended to book tickets in advance.
By Car: San Gil is approximately 305 kilometers (189 miles) north-east of Bogotá and the journey takes around 5-6 hours by car. It is recommended to rent a car or hire a driver for the journey.
By Air: There are no direct flights from Bogotá to San Gil. The closest airport is Palonegro International Airport in Bucaramanga, and from there, you can take a bus or hire a taxi to San Gil.
From Bucaramanga
By Bus: Buses depart regularly from Bucaramanga's main bus terminal, Terminal de Transporte de Bucaramanga, to San Gil. The journey takes around 2-3 hours and several bus companies operate on this route, including Copetran, Berlinas, and Rápido Ochoa. It is recommended to book tickets in advance.
By Car: San Gil is approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) south-east of Bucaramanga and the journey takes around 2-3 hours by car. It is recommended to rent a car or hire a driver for the journey.