What is the cheapest way to get from Matapalo to Sámara?

The cheapest way to get from Matapalo to Sámara is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matapalo to Sámara?

The fastest way to get from Matapalo to Sámara is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Matapalo and Sámara?

No, there is no direct bus from Matapalo to Sámara. However, there are services departing from Matapalo and arriving at Sámara centro via Terminal Nicoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Matapalo to Sámara?

The distance between Matapalo and Sámara is 105 km. The road distance is 83.1 km.

How do I travel from Matapalo to Sámara without a car?

The best way to get from Matapalo to Sámara without a car is to bus and line 1507 bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $15 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Matapalo to Sámara?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Matapalo to Sámara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matapalo to Sámara bus from?

Matapalo to Sámara bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Matapalo station.

Where does the Matapalo to Sámara bus arrive?

Matapalo to Sámara bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Terminal Nicoya station.

Can I drive from Matapalo to Sámara?

Yes, the driving distance between Matapalo to Sámara is 83 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Matapalo to Sámara.

Where can I stay near Sámara?

There are 313+ hotels available in Sámara.

Matapalo to Sámara - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 1507 bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Matapalo to Sámara by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus, line 1507 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matapalo to Terminal Nicoyabus 1502
2. Take the bus from Terminal Nicoya to Sámara centrobus 1507
2h 55m
$15–18
Drive 83.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matapalo to Sámaracar 83.1 km
2h 4m
$12–17
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Playa Grande to Sámarashuttle Tambor
2h 31m
$60–70

Matapalo to Sámara by bus

7Weekly Buses

2h 55mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.5 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Matapalo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica and Sámara, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Matapalo to Sámara centro via Terminal Nicoya in around 2h 55m.

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