Take a bus to Jardín from Medellín’s Terminal del Sur. Rápido Ochoa and Trans Suroeste serve the route. For planning, set aside around four hours for the road journey and extra time for boarding and reaching your accommodation; confirm the estimated arrival with your operator. Isla de Pascua is at KM 3 Vía Verdún, outside the town centre, with check-in from 3 p.m.
How long does Medellín to Jardín take?
Colombia Travel describes Jardín as roughly 130 km from Medellín and gives an approximate three-hour road journey. That is a destination reference, not a promised bus arrival. Our planning suggestion is to allow around four hours for the road leg, with more time if there are delays. Your departure point, stops, traffic and road conditions affect the trip.
Add the journey from your accommodation in Medellín to the terminal, boarding time and the final ride in Jardín. Avoid booking a tour immediately after your expected arrival. If you have a flight or another fixed connection on the way back, ask the operator how much margin to leave.
Where do I catch the bus?
Use Terminal del Sur, at Carrera 65 #8B-91 in Medellín. The terminal’s Jardín directory lists Trans Suroeste at counter 2 and Rápido Ochoa at counter 34. Check the terminal printed on your ticket before setting off.
If you are arriving by air, do not treat your landing time as your bus departure time. Plan the airport-to-terminal transfer separately, then leave room for baggage collection and traffic. Save your ticket and the accommodation address on your phone before travelling.
Where can I check bus times and prices?
Use the official Rápido Ochoa website to search Medellín–Jardín for your date. For Trans Suroeste, consult the Jardín directory on Terminales Medellín. Both sources are linked below. Compare the departure, vehicle, luggage allowance and final price before paying.
Rápido Ochoa advertised this route from COP 46,000 when we checked on 22 September 2026. This is a published starting fare, not a quote for your date. Check the booking result for the price you will pay. A counter’s opening hours are not a bus timetable; confirm the specific departure, especially the last bus of the day.
Bus, car or private transfer?
Choose around your budget, luggage and departure time. A private vehicle gives you more control over stops, but it does not remove traffic or weather delays. Get a written quote for a transfer and check exactly where pickup and drop-off are included.
| Option | Useful when | Confirm first |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | You want to buy an individual seat | Departure, terminal, luggage and final fare |
| Private transfer | You want an agreed pickup point and time | Total price, tolls, stops and drop-off address |
| Your own or a rental car | You want to choose your stops | Route conditions, fuel, tolls and parking |
How do I reach Isla de Pascua after arriving?
The hostel’s address is KM 3 Vía Verdún, Jardín, Antioquia. We are outside the town centre. Before you board, save our location and ask where your bus will drop you off. For a taxi or mototaxi, show the driver the hostel location and agree the fare before leaving.
Check-in starts at 3 p.m. and checkout is before 11 a.m. Message us in advance if you expect to arrive early or late so we can confirm arrangements and room availability.
Local travel references
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal serves Jardín from Medellín?
Terminal del Sur in Medellín. Check the terminal and departure on your actual ticket before travelling.
Can I get bus times from this guide?
Use the official operator links below for your travel date. This guide explains the route; it does not show live departures or seat availability.
What is the hostel’s address?
The correct address is KM 3 Vía Verdún, Jardín, Antioquia. Save the hostel’s map location for the final leg of your journey.
Stay at Isla de Pascua
A 16-bed mixed dorm, a private room for up to 4 and a shared kitchen in Jardín.
Choose your dates and compare a dorm bed with our private room. If you need arrival directions, message us before setting off.
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