Van Rental with Driver in Medellín for Groups of 5–16
- Airport (MDE), one way, tolls included: 340,000 COP (8-pax) or 700,000 COP (16-pax); 355,000 / 715,000 COP to Envigado, Sabaneta, Bello or Itagüí.
- Out of town: flat rates with tolls included, e.g. Guatapé 720,000 COP one way in the 8-passenger van.
- 24 hours a day. Licensed vehicles, and we're registered in the RNT (National Tourism Registry). Drivers speak Spanish; we coordinate in English on WhatsApp.
- Pay online: the 4-hour minimum (or the full flat rate) plus a 3.5% card fee. Extra hours are paid to the driver in cash.
Only 1–4 people? A sedan is cheaper: see our private driver page.
Our two vans
We run an 8-passenger van (5–8 people, 90,000 COP/h) and a 16-passenger van (9–16 people, 160,000 COP/h). Both come with the driver, fuel and waiting time. Need Wi-Fi? Your driver can share a mobile hotspot, though you'll probably have phone signal anyway; signal is usually good in Medellín. Each van is booked for your group alone, never shared.
Prices
By the hour in Medellín (4-hour minimum)
| Van | Group | Per hour | 4 hours | 8 hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-passenger van | 5–8 | 90,000 COP | 360,000 COP | 720,000 COP |
| 16-passenger van | 9–16 | 160,000 COP | 640,000 COP | 1,280,000 COP |
You pay the 4-hour minimum online when you book. Extra hours are paid to the driver in cash (COP) on the day. On hourly service, paid parking or tolls are extra, only if your route needs them.
Airport transfers (one way, tolls included)
| To or from José María Córdova airport (MDE) | 8-passenger van | 16-passenger van |
|---|---|---|
| Medellín or Rionegro (including hotels near the airport) | 340,000 COP | 700,000 COP |
| Envigado, Sabaneta, Bello or Itagüí | 355,000 COP | 715,000 COP |
The first hour of waiting after landing is free. How pickup works, taxi vs Uber vs bus, and online booking: see our Medellín airport transfer guide.
Out-of-town trips (flat rate per van, tolls included)
| From Medellín to | One way, 8-pax van | Round trip, 8-pax van | 16-pax van |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guatapé (or our guided Guatapé tour) | 720,000 COP | 850,000 COP | Quoted |
| San Rafael | 920,000 COP | 1,200,000 COP | Quoted |
| Santa Fe de Antioquia | 900,000 COP | 1,200,000 COP | Quoted |
| Jericó | 1,100,000 COP | 1,475,000 COP | Quoted |
| Jardín | 1,300,000 COP | 1,400,000 COP | Quoted |
| Doradal / Hacienda Nápoles | 1,100,000 COP | 1,550,000 COP | Quoted |
Paid parking at the destination is extra if needed. For the 16-passenger van, multi-day trips or other towns, message us for a quote. Want a guide too? Our Guatapé tour and one-day Medellín tour include a bilingual guide.
Who rents our vans
Families and friend groups
One van keeps your whole group together. We have one adjustable baby seat (up to 5 years, 80,000 COP per day). Colombia doesn't require child seats by law yet: a "safe seats" bill was still waiting for its final vote in 2026. We still recommend one for little kids.
Corporate groups and events
Book the van by the hour for your team. Electronic invoices (factura electrónica) with your company's NIT are available for corporate groups.
Groups with lots of luggage or gear
The 16-passenger van fits all 16 people plus a lot of luggage. How much luggage fits is case by case, so tell us what you're bringing on WhatsApp and we'll confirm.
Example costs
| Plan | Van | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Family of 6: airport → El Poblado | 8-passenger | 340,000 COP (about 57,000 COP per person) |
| Group of 8: 4 hours in Medellín | 8-passenger | 360,000 COP (4 h) |
| Group of 7: Guatapé round trip | 8-passenger | 850,000 COP round trip, tolls included |
How booking works
- Choose the date, start time and group size in the form below. Groups of 5–8 get the 8-passenger van; 9–16 get the 16-passenger van.
- Pick hourly, airport or a flat-rate trip, and add the baby seat if you need it.
- Pay the 4-hour minimum or full flat rate online, plus the 3.5% card fee.
- We confirm your booking on WhatsApp.
Book your van
Van rental FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a van with a driver in Medellín?
The 8-passenger van (5–8 people) is 90,000 COP per hour and the 16-passenger van (9–16 people) is 160,000 COP per hour, with a 4-hour minimum in Medellín. Four hours is 360,000 COP or 640,000 COP for the whole van, not per person.
Can I rent a van without a driver?
No. All our vans come with a licensed local driver. That's also how Colombian rules work for tourist group transport: vehicles carrying groups under contract run as 'servicio especial' with a professional driver.
Do you have buses or coaches for more than 16 people?
No. We only run two vans: an 8-passenger van and a 16-passenger van. The maximum group is 16 people.
How much luggage fits in the vans?
It's case by case. The 16-passenger van has room for a lot of luggage. Message us on WhatsApp with your number of bags and we'll confirm.
Do you offer invoices for corporate groups?
Yes. Electronic invoices (factura electrónica) with your company's NIT are available for corporate groups. Book the van by the hour (4-hour minimum).
What happens if our plans run longer than the hours we booked?
Extra hours are charged at the same hourly rate and paid to the driver in Colombian pesos (cash) on the day.
Who pays tolls and parking when the van is ours for the day?
On hourly service, paid parking or tolls are extra, only if your route needs them. Airport transfers and flat-rate out-of-town trips include tolls.
Can I bring a baby or toddler?
Yes. We have one adjustable baby seat for children up to 5 years old for 80,000 COP per day. Book it in the form. Colombia doesn't require child seats by law yet (a bill was still pending in 2026), but we strongly recommend one.
How do we talk to the driver if no one in our group speaks Spanish?
Our drivers speak Spanish, so we coordinate everything with your group's organizer in English on WhatsApp, before and during the trip. If you'd like an English-speaking guide, book one of our guided tours instead.
Can we change the date if the group's plans change?
Yes, if you tell us at least 7 days before. We don't offer cancellations or refunds.
Sources
- Decreto 431 de 2017 (servicio especial transport rules)
- Ministerio de Transporte concept on servicio especial (Decreto 1079/2015)
- Resolución 6652 de 2019 (FUEC trip document)
- Decreto 478 de 2021 (tourist transport contracts)
- Gobernación de Antioquia Decreto 2026070000086 (2026 Túnel de Oriente tolls)
- MiOriente: 2026 toll rates in eastern Antioquia
- Túnel de Oriente: travel time Medellín–airport
- Gaceta del Congreso 365 de 2026 (child-seat bill report)
- Infobae (Apr 2026): child-seat bill
- Canal 1: child-seat bill still pending; 2025 child road deaths