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

The cheapest way to get from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba is to train which costs $4 - $14 and takes 15h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba is to bus and fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $440 - $1,300.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matanzas and arriving at Santiago de Cuba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matanzas and arriving at Santiago de Cuba. Services depart once a week. The journey takes approximately 15h 15m.

How far is it from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba?

The distance between Matanzas and Santiago de Cuba is 884 km. The road distance is 806.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $5 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba, including transfers.

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

Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba bus services, operated by Ómnibus Nacionales, depart from Matanzas station.

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

Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba train services, operated by Ferrocarriles de Cuba, depart from Matanzas station.

Train or bus from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba?

The best way to get from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba is to bus which takes 10h and costs $5 - $11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $14 and takes 15h 15m.

Where does the Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba is 806 km. It takes approximately 11h 22m to drive from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba.

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Bus to José Martí International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Matanzas to Havana Airportbus
2. Fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU)plane HAV - SCU
5h 12m
$445–1,220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matanzas to Santiago de Cubabus Matanzas
10h
$5–11
Train
1. Take the train from Matanzas to Santiago de Cubatrain 11
15h 15m
$5–14
Drive 806.3 km
1. Drive from Matanzas to Santiago de Cubacar 806.3 km
11h 22m
$92–133
Bus to Abel Santamaría Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Matanzas to Santa Clarabus
2. Fly from Abel Santamaría Airport (SNU) to Antonio Maceo International Airport (SCU)plane SNU - SCU
23h 58m
$106–480

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

3Weekly Planes

1h 26mAverage Duration

$186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 883.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

Ómnibus Nacionales operates a bus from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba once daily. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 10h. Alternatively, Ferrocarriles de Cuba operates a train from Matanzas to Santiago de Cuba once a week. Tickets cost $5–14 and the journey takes 15h 15m.

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