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Cartagena → Barú (Playa Blanca)

Barú is the peninsula south of Cartagena with Playa Blanca beach; it can also be reached by road. 12Go lists 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30 from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca), run by Opitours, CTG Tours, Mary Cartagena Travel and Plan Tours, taking 45m – 1h. No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are booking-site times: check yours before you travel.

⏱ 45m – 1h🚢 4 operators📅 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30, as listed by 12Go
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Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) takes 45m – 1h across the Caribbean Sea, operated by Opitours, CTG Tours, Mary Cartagena Travel and Plan Tours. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30, as listed by 12Go.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-29.

Sources: 12go.asia · How we verify

Return crossing: Barú (Playa Blanca) to Cartagena

Opitours and CTG Tours and Mary Cartagena Travel and Plan Tours also sail Barú (Playa Blanca) to Cartagena, taking 45m – 1h.

Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Times from 12Go, check before you travel. No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are the departures 12Go lists.

Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30

Departures listed by 12Go

  • Opitours: 08:30 → 09:30
  • CTG Tours: 08:30 → 09:30
  • Mary Cartagena Travel: 09:00 → 10:00
  • Plan Tours: 11:30 → 12:15

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures and live seats for your travel date before you book.

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Source: 12Go schedule (booking site; no operator timetable published). Verified 2026-10-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Cartagena and Barú (Playa Blanca)

📐 12 Nautical Miles
Cartagena⇄Barú (Playa Blanca)
⏱ 45m – 1h · 📐 12 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
OpitoursAbout 1hBoat
CTG ToursAbout 1hSpeedboat
Mary Cartagena TravelAbout 1hSpeedboat
Plan ToursAbout 45mSpeedboat

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

12 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

    Tips for the Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) Crossing

    • No operator or government timetable is published for this crossing. The times on this page are the ones 12Go listed on 29 October 2026; check yours when you book and again before you travel.
    • Barú is also reachable by road over the Puente de Barú; 12Go and Bookaway sell vans and taxis on the same pages.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does the boat from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) take?
    45m – 1h on the departures 12Go lists. Times depend on the boat and the sea, and no operator timetable is published, so check the time on your ticket.
    What time is the first and last boat from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca)?
    12Go lists 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30. These are booking-site times checked on 29 October 2026; they change with the season and the weather, so confirm before you travel.
    Who runs the boats from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca)?
    12Go lists Opitours, CTG Tours, Mary Cartagena Travel and Plan Tours. 12Go's tickets start from COP 8,614.
    How often does the Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry sail?
    Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 3 departures a day between 08:30 and 11:30. These are the departures 12Go listed (checked 2026-10-29); no operator timetable is published, so check before you travel.
    Which ferry companies sail from Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca)?
    Opitours, CTG Tours, Mary Cartagena Travel, Plan Tours operate this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
    Can I take my car on the Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry?
    No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
    Can I take the Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry as a foot passenger?
    Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
    Are dogs and pets allowed on the Cartagena to Barú (Playa Blanca) ferry?
    This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
    How far is Cartagena from Barú (Playa Blanca) by ferry?
    The sea crossing is about 12 nautical miles (roughly 22 km).