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

The cheapest way to get from León to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from León to Costa Rica is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $370 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between León and Costa Rica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from León and arriving at Terminal Tica Bus San José. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from León to Costa Rica?

The distance between León and Costa Rica is 416 km. The road distance is 494 km.

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

The best way to get from León to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 9h 58m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from León to Costa Rica, including transfers.

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

León to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from León station.

Where does the León to Costa Rica bus arrive?

León to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at Terminal Tica Bus San José station.

Can I drive from León to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between León to Costa Rica is 494 km. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from León to Costa Rica.

How do I get a bus ticket from León to Costa Rica?

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Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 738+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

León to Costa Rica - 3 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from León to Costa Rica by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from León to Managua Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
5h 57m
$370–701
Bus
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1. Take the bus from León to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus Terminal Managua – Terminal San José / ...
9h 58m
$35–55
Drive 494 km
1. Drive from León to San Josécar 494 km
7h 30m
$67–96

León to Costa Rica by bus

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Distance: 415.7 km
Duration: 5h 57m

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

Tica Bus operates a bus from León to Terminal Tica Bus San José 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 9h 58m. Nica Bus also services this route once daily.

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