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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cartago to Puntarenas

Composite routes from Cartago to Puntarenas

Cheapest
2 h 51 min
Car
155 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Bus operators

Jungle Tom Safaris Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2221 7878
Email:
jungletomsafaris@gmail.com
Website:
jungletomsafaris.com/
Other from San José to Puntarenas
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$59.78–$152.17

Empresarios Unidos

Phone:
+506 2221 6600
Email:
servicioalcliente@eupsacr.com
Website:
empresariosunidos.cr/home/
Other from San José to Puntarenas
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.21

Autotransportes Lumaca

Phone:
+506 4109 9900 / 4404 9950
Email:
servicioalcliente@lumaca.cr
Website:
lumaca.cr/
Other from Cartago to San
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.33

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cartago to Puntarenas?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Puntarenas is to bus which costs $7.53 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago to Puntarenas?

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Puntarenas is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Puntarenas?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Puntarenas. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Puntarenas via San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Cartago to Puntarenas?

The distance between Cartago and Puntarenas is 120 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

How do I travel from Cartago to Puntarenas without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago to Puntarenas without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $7.53 .

How long does it take to get from Cartago to Puntarenas?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Cartago to Puntarenas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Puntarenas bus from?

Cartago to Puntarenas bus services, operated by Empresarios Unidos, depart from San José station.

Where does the Cartago to Puntarenas bus arrive?

Cartago to Puntarenas bus services, operated by Empresarios Unidos, arrive at Puntarenas station.

Can I drive from Cartago to Puntarenas?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Puntarenas is 121 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cartago to Puntarenas.

Where can I stay near Puntarenas?

There are 127+ hotels available in Puntarenas. Prices start at $38.21 per night.
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