The main transport hub for accessing Minca is Santa Marta, Colombia, specifically the Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR) and the Mercado Público in the city center.
Colectivos depart from Carrera 9 between Calle 11 and Calle 12, near the Mercado Público in Santa Marta. Look for the 'Cootrasminca' office. The cost is typically 9,000 to 10,000 COP (approximately $2.20 - $3 USD). These shared minivans run daily from 7 AM to 6 PM, departing roughly every 30 minutes or once full. The journey usually takes between 40 minutes to 1 hour.
Taxis or private transfers offer a more direct and comfortable option. The cost for a taxi can range from 40,000 to 70,000 COP ($9 - $16 USD), though some sources indicate up to 80,000 COP ($20 USD) or 100,000 COP ($23 USD). The travel time is similar to colectivos, taking about 40 minutes to 1 hour. These can be arranged through your accommodation in Santa Marta or pre-booked.
There is no direct public bus service from the airport to Minca. You can take a local bus from the airport to Santa Marta city center (Mercado Público) for about 2,000 COP, then transfer to a colectivo for Minca. Alternatively, a direct taxi or private transfer from the airport is available, offering the most convenience.
Colectivos return to Santa Marta from the same location where you were dropped off in downtown Minca, near the Cootrasminca office. The fare is typically 10,000 COP (around $2.50 USD). Services operate from approximately 7 AM to 6 PM, departing every half hour or when full. The ride takes about 45 minutes and drops passengers at the Mercado Público de Santa Marta.
Taxis can be hired through your hotel in Minca, or ride-share apps like Uber, Didi, Cabify, and inDrive can be used, although finding a driver in Minca might take some time. The cost for a taxi or ride-share is typically around 80,000 COP ($20 USD). This option often includes direct pick-up from your accommodation.
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