What is the cheapest way to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica?

The cheapest way to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $16 - $24 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica?

The fastest way to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica is to drive and shuttle which takes 3h 20m and costs $80 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Bocas Del Toro and Costa Rica?

No, there is no direct bus from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica. However, there are services departing from Terminal Sixaola and arriving at Terminal Atlántico Norte via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica?

The distance between Bocas Del Toro and Costa Rica is 280 km. The road distance is 263.9 km.

How do I travel from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica without a car?

The best way to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica without a car is to Bus and shuttle which takes 10h 21m and costs $100 - $390.

How long does it take to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica bus from?

Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, depart from Terminal Sixaola station.

Where does the Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica bus arrive?

Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, arrive at Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

What is the time difference between Bocas Del Toro and Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is 1h behind Bocas Del Toro. It is currently 3:10 AM in Bocas Del Toro and 2:10 AM in Costa Rica.

Can I drive from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica is 264 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica.

Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 740+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Bocas Del Toro to Costa Rica by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Sixaola to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus San José – Sixaola
5h 49m
$16–24
Drive 263.9 km
1. Drive from Changuinola to San Josécar 263.9 km
4h 37m
$37–53
Drive, shuttle, fly
1. Drive from Las Tablas to Punta de Uvacar
2. Take a shuttle bus from Punta de Uva to Limon Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane LIO - SJO
4h 13m
$201–284
Drive, shuttle
1. Drive from Changuinola to Cahuitacar
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cahuita to San Joséshuttle San José / ...
3h 20m
$81–85
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Almirante to Cahuitabus Shared
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cahuita to San Joséshuttle Private / ...
10h 21m
$105–389

Limón International Airport (LIO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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Distance: 279.9 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Bocas Del Toro, Panama and Costa Rica?

Autotransportes MEPE operates a bus from Terminal Sixaola to Terminal Atlántico Norte 5 times a day. Tickets cost $14–20 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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