What is the cheapest way to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón is to bus via El Cairo which costs $10 - $14 and takes 6h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón?

The fastest way to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Cartago (Region) and Limón?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago (Region) to Limón. However, there are services departing from Barrio San José and arriving at Terminal Mepe - Limón via Cartago and Terminal Atlántico Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Cartago (Region) to Limón?

The distance between Cartago (Region) and Limón is 186 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

How do I travel from Cartago (Region) to Limón without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón without a car is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs $10 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago (Region) to Limón bus from?

Cartago (Region) to Limón bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Where does the Cartago (Region) to Limón bus arrive?

Cartago (Region) to Limón bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, arrive at Terminal Mepe - Limón station.

Can I drive from Cartago (Region) to Limón?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago (Region) to Limón is 147 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cartago (Region) to Limón.

Where can I stay near Limón?

There are 39+ hotels available in Limón.

Cartago (Region) to Limón - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cartago (Region) to Limón by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Mepe - Limónbus San José – Manzanillo
6h 4m
$11–15
Drive 147.1 km
1. Drive from Cartago (Region) to Limóncar 147.1 km
2h 48m
$24–34
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to 50 m este Del Aeropuertobus
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Limón International Airport (LIO)plane SJO - LIO
4h 33m
$164–214
Bus via Guápiles
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Inicialbus 735-A / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus 736-A
6h 18m
$14
Bus via El Cairo
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Turrialbabus
2. Take the bus from Turrialba to Siquirresbus
3. Take the bus from Siquirres to Parada Diagonal Al Macdonaldsbus
6h 56m
$11–14

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

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Distance: 186 km
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Cartago (Region), Costa Rica and Limón, Costa Rica?

Autotransportes MEPE operates a bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Mepe - Limón once daily. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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