What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola is to bus which costs $16 - $25 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola?

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola is to shuttle and drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $80 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Changuinola?

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

How far is it from Costa Rica to Changuinola?

The distance between Costa Rica and Changuinola is 279 km. The road distance is 264.5 km.

How do I travel from Costa Rica to Changuinola without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola without a car is to shuttle and Bus which takes 10h 9m and costs $100 - $390.

How long does it take to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola?

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

Where do I catch the Costa Rica to Changuinola bus from?

Costa Rica to Changuinola bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Where does the Costa Rica to Changuinola bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Changuinola bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, arrive at Terminal Sixaola station.

What is the time difference between Costa Rica and Changuinola?

Changuinola is 1h ahead of Costa Rica. It is currently 3:20 AM in Costa Rica and 4:20 AM in Changuinola.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Changuinola?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Changuinola is 265 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Costa Rica to Changuinola.

Where can I stay near Changuinola?

There are 15+ hotels available in Changuinola.

Costa Rica to Changuinola - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Costa Rica to Changuinola by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Sixaolabus San José – Sixaola
5h 49m
$17–24
Drive 264.5 km
1. Drive from San José to Changuinolacar 264.5 km
4h 9m
$37–53
Shuttle, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Cahuitashuttle San José / ...
2. Drive from Cahuita to Changuinolacar
3h 19m
$80–85
Shuttle, Bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Cahuitashuttle Private / ...
2. Take the bus from Cahuita to Almirantebus Shared
10h 9m
$105–387

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Distance: 279.1 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Changuinola, Panama?

Autotransportes MEPE operates a bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Sixaola every 4 hours. Tickets cost $14–21 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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