What is the cheapest way to get from Paraíso to San José?

The cheapest way to get from Paraíso to San José is to train which costs $2 - $3 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paraíso to San José?

The fastest way to get from Paraíso to San José is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Paraíso and San José?

No, there is no direct bus from Paraíso to San José. However, there are services departing from Paraíso and arriving at Terminal Lumaca via Cartago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Paraíso and San José?

No, there is no direct train from Paraíso to San José. However, there are services departing from Estación Cartago and arriving at Estación al Atlántico via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Paraíso to San José?

The distance between Paraíso and San José is 30 km. The road distance is 30.5 km.

How do I travel from Paraíso to San José without a car?

The best way to get from Paraíso to San José without a car is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Paraíso to San José?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Paraíso to San José, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paraíso to San José bus from?

Paraíso to San José bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, depart from Cartago station.

Where do I catch the Paraíso to San José train from?

Paraíso to San José train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, depart from Estación Cartago station.

Train or bus from Paraíso to San José?

The best way to get from Paraíso to San José is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2 - $3 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Paraíso to San José bus arrive?

Paraíso to San José bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, arrive at Terminal Lumaca station.

Where does the Paraíso to San José train arrive?

Paraíso to San José train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, arrive at Estación al Atlántico station.

Can I drive from Paraíso to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Paraíso to San José is 30 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Paraíso to San José.

Where can I stay near San José?

There are 753+ hotels available in San José.

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Distance: 30.3 km
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Paraíso, Cartago, Costa Rica and San José, Costa Rica?

Autotransportes Lumaca operates a bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumaca every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles operates a train from Estación Cartago to Estación al Atlántico every 3 hours. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 46 min.

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