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 Mercado Borbón which costs $10 - $15 and takes 5h 29m.

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 $19 - $29.

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 Parada Diagonal Al Macdonalds via Cartago and Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

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

The distance between Cartago (Region) and Limón is 527 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 5h 22m and costs $23 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m 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 Grupo Caribeños, depart from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José station.

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

Cartago (Region) to Limón bus services, operated by Grupo Caribeños, arrive at Parada Diagonal Al Macdonalds 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 37+ 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 Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Diagonal Al Macdonaldsbus 703-A
5h 22m
$23–31
Bus via Mercado Borbón
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Limónbus 703 San Jose
5h 29m
$10–14
Drive 147.1 km
1. Drive from Cartago (Region) to Limóncar 147.1 km
2h 48m
$20–29
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 38m
$162–203
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Cartago (Region) to Batancar
2. Take the bus from Batan to Puerto Limónbus
3h 6m

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

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 526.6 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

Grupo Caribeños operates a bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Diagonal Al Macdonalds every 2 hours. Tickets cost $8–30 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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