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2 h 7 min
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San Juan, Costa Rica → Cartago, Costa Rica

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Juan to Cartago

Composite routes from San Juan to Cartago

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
117 km.
from $6
Other
1 h 3 min
Train, Bus
18 km.
from $4.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Colima to Estación
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.65
Train from Estación Atlántico to UCR
Ave. Duration:
4 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.51–$1.65
Train from Estación Atlántico to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65

Bus operators

Autotransportes Lumaca

Phone:
+506 4109 9900 / 4404 9950
Email:
servicioalcliente@lumaca.cr
Website:
lumaca.cr/
Bus from Universidad de Costa Rica to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Juan to Cartago?

The cheapest way to get from San Juan to Cartago is to train which costs $1.52 - $2.83 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Juan to Cartago?

The fastest way to get from San Juan to Cartago is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $38.04 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct train between San Juan and Cartago?

No, there is no direct train from San Juan to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Colima and arriving at Cartago via Estación Atlántico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from San Juan to Cartago?

The distance between San Juan and Cartago is 26 km. The road distance is 27 km.

How do I travel from San Juan to Cartago without a car?

The best way to get from San Juan to Cartago without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 3m and costs $2.17 - $4.02 .

How long does it take to get from San Juan to Cartago?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from San Juan to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Juan to Cartago train from?

San Juan to Cartago train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, depart from Estación Atlántico station.

Where does the San Juan to Cartago train arrive?

San Juan to Cartago train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, arrive at Cartago station.

Can I drive from San Juan to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between San Juan to Cartago is 27 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from San Juan to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 412+ hotels available in Cartago. Prices start at $57.48 per night.
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