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Ride Hailing Apps in Colombia

Get around with local ride-hailing apps, curated for travelers visiting Colombia.

6 apps2 essential

What to know about Ride Hailing in Colombia

Uber, DiDi and inDrive form the practical top tier, but no recent audited national trip-share table establishes one overwhelming leader. DiDi states coverage in 20 Colombian cities as of July 2026. Uber, DiDi and inDrive all cover Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga and Pereira. Cabify remains active in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and Cartagena, while Taxis Libres dispatches licensed taxis in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Bucaramanga, Cúcuta and Manizales. Yango is also current in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali and Barranquilla and accepts cash, Visa and Mastercard. inDrive is usually the cheaper of the major apps as of mid-2026 because riders can counter a driver's proposed fare. DiDi and Yango are also often cheaper than Uber. Uber and DiDi offer English, accept foreign numbers and normally accept international cards without Colombian ID or a local bank account. inDrive supports English, but cash is safest. Cabify accepts cards and may request identity verification. Taxis Libres can charge in the cab. El Dorado Airport to central Bogotá commonly costs about COP 35,000 to COP 60,000 before surge as of mid-2026. App pickup can require walking to a designated zone. Lyft does not operate. Coverage becomes unreliable between cities and in remote coastal or mountain areas.

Best Ride Hailing apps in Colombia (2026)

Uber app icon

UberEssential

Books rides in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Pereira, Manizales and other cities.

Pro tip: El Dorado Airport to central Bogotá commonly costs COP 35,000 to COP 60,000 before surge as of mid-2026. Follow the assigned pickup zone.

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DiDi app icon

DiDiEssential

Books cars and taxis in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Pereira and 13 other cities as of July 2026.

Pro tip: DiDi is often cheaper than Uber as of mid-2026. Add a foreign card before arrival and keep cash because individual products vary.

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Cabify app icon

Cabify

Books rides in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and Cartagena with upfront app pricing.

Pro tip: It is often more expensive than inDrive and DiDi as of mid-2026, but it can have better corporate-grade receipts and scheduled rides.

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inDrive app icon

inDrive

Lets riders and drivers agree fares in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga and Pereira.

Pro tip: It is usually the cheapest major app as of mid-2026. Use cash and compare the driver's rating before accepting a low counteroffer.

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Taxis Libres app icon

Taxis Libres

Dispatches licensed taxis in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Bucaramanga, Cúcuta, Manizales and selected other cities.

Pro tip: Use it when private-car pickup is restricted. Confirm whether the ride will use an app quote or the regulated taxi meter.

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Yango app icon

Yango

Books cars, motorcycles and licensed taxis in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and selected other Colombian cities.

Pro tip: Yango advertised up to 30 percent off the first 3 rides as of July 2026. It accepts cash, Visa and Mastercard, but compare supply with Uber and DiDi.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best ride hailing app in Colombia?

Uber is the top-rated ride hailing app in Colombia. Books rides in Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Cartagena, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Pereira, Manizales and other cities.

How many ride hailing apps are there in Colombia?

There are 6 ride hailing apps available in Colombia as of 2026.

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Compare Ride Hailing apps in Colombia

Uber vs DiDiCabify vs DiDiDiDi vs inDriveDiDi vs Taxis LibresDiDi vs YangoCabify vs UberUber vs inDriveUber vs Taxis Libres
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Last updated: July 2026

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