What is the cheapest way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

The cheapest way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba is to train which costs $5 - $15 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

The fastest way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $460 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Havana and Santiago de Cuba?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal de Ómnibus Nacionales La Habana and arriving at Santiago de Cuba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Havana and Santiago de Cuba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Habana - Estación Central and arriving at Santiago de Cuba. Services depart once a week. The journey takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

The distance between Havana and Santiago de Cuba is 781 km. The road distance is 865.2 km.

How do I travel from Havana to Santiago de Cuba without a car?

The best way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $6 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Havana to Santiago de Cuba bus from?

Havana to Santiago de Cuba bus services, operated by Ómnibus Nacionales, depart from Terminal de Ómnibus Nacionales La Habana station.

Where do I catch the Havana to Santiago de Cuba train from?

Havana to Santiago de Cuba train services, operated by Ferrocarriles de Cuba, depart from Habana - Estación Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

The best way to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $460 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 15h 20m, you could also train, which costs $5 - $15 and takes 17h 10m.

Where does the Havana to Santiago de Cuba bus arrive?

Havana to Santiago de Cuba bus services, operated by Ómnibus Nacionales, arrive at Santiago de Cuba station.

Where does the Havana to Santiago de Cuba train arrive?

Havana to Santiago de Cuba train services, operated by Ferrocarriles de Cuba, arrive at Santiago de Cuba station.

Can I drive from Havana to Santiago de Cuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Havana to Santiago de Cuba is 865 km. It takes approximately 11h 46m to drive from Havana to Santiago de Cuba.

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There are 6 ways to get from Havana to Santiago de Cuba by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU)plane HAV - SCU
3h 26m
$469–1,315
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Habana - Estación Central to Santiago de Cubatrain 11
17h 10m
$5–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Nacionales La Habana to Santiago de Cubabus Habana
15h 20m
$6–11
Drive 865.2 km
1. Drive from Havana to Santiago de Cubacar 865.2 km
11h 46m
$99–142
Bus via Terminal 3
1. Take the bus from Havana Airport to Santiago Airportbus Santiago de Cuba Vía Holguín / ...
18h 10m
$59–89
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from La Habana to Melia Santiago de Cubashuttle Habana / ...
8h 30m
$100–330

José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU) flights

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 780.9 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Havana, Cuba and Santiago de Cuba?

Euroairlines flies from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Ómnibus Nacionales operates a bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Nacionales La Habana to Santiago de Cuba once daily. Tickets cost $6–11 and the journey takes 15h 20m.

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