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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Granada is to bus via Rivas which costs $16 - $21 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Granada is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $270 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Granada?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Atlántico Norte and arriving at Granada. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Granada?

The distance between Costa Rica and Granada is 387 km. The road distance is 385.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Granada without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs $20 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Costa Rica to Granada, including transfers.

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

Costa Rica to Granada bus services, operated by Pulmitan de Liberia, depart from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José station.

Bus or fly from Costa Rica to Granada?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Granada is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs $20 - $29. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $270 - $600 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Costa Rica to Granada bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Granada bus services, operated by Pulmitan de Liberia, arrive at Terminal Pulmitan Liberia station.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Granada?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Granada is 385 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Costa Rica to Granada.

Where can I stay near Granada?

There are 127+ hotels available in Granada.

Costa Rica to Granada - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Costa Rica to Granada by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Terminal Pulmitan Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Granadabus Sjo
7h 32m
$20–28
Bus via Rivas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Terminal Pulmitan Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Masayabus
7h 51m
$16–20
Drive 385.4 km
1. Drive from San José to Granadacar 385.4 km
5h 51m
$52–75
Fly to Managua Airport
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SJO - MGA
4h 37m
$271–602
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Granadabus Sjo
9h 40m
$29–45
Fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to La Cruzshuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to Granadashuttle
7h 39m
$601–677

Costa Rica to Granada by bus

47Weekly Buses

9h 40mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.9 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Granada, Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Granada via Terminal Pulmitan Liberia, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, and Peñas Blancas in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, Copa Airlines, World Ticket, and SANSA fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA) twice daily.

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