TransMilenio in Bogotá
A bus rapid transit system that's basically a surface metro. Confusing at first, essential once you figure it out. Get a Tu Llave card. Rush hour is chaotic — guard your belongings.
🚕 Getting around in Colombia
Getting around Colombia is one of the first things you figure out as a visitor or expat. Taxis, metro lines, buses and the unwritten rules locals follow shape your daily routine more than any guidebook.
In Colombia, getting around comes down to a few things: transmilenio in bogotá, medellín's metro and cable cars, and domestic flights are essential.
Medellín's Metro and cable cars
The only metro in Colombia, plus innovative Metrocable gondolas reaching hillside comunas. Clean, safe, and a source of local pride. The cable car views are spectacular.
Domestic flights are essential
Colombia's geography (three Andes mountain ranges) makes driving slow. Bogotá to Cartagena is 1.5 hours by air, 20+ by road. Avianca and Viva Air compete on routes.