What is the cheapest way to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya?

The cheapest way to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya is to ferry and bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya?

The fastest way to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Puntarenas (Region) and Nicoya?

No, there is no direct bus from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya. However, there are services departing from Puntarenas and arriving at Nicoya via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya?

The distance between Puntarenas (Region) and Nicoya is 212 km. The road distance is 124.5 km.

How do I travel from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya without a car?

The best way to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya bus from?

Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya bus services, operated by Reina del Campo, depart from Puntarenas station.

Where does the Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya bus arrive?

Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya bus services, operated by Reina del Campo, arrive at Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia station.

Can I drive from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya is 124 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya.

Where can I stay near Nicoya?

There are 56+ hotels available in Nicoya.

Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoya by bus, car, or ferry

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puntarenas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus Puntarenas
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Nicoyabus 550
4h
$10–13
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Puntarenas to Playa Naranjoferry Playa Naranjo / ...
2. Take the bus from Playa Naranjo to Nicoyabus 511
4h 15m
$5–6
Drive 124.5 km
1. Drive from Puntarenas (Region) to Nicoyacar 124.5 km
2h 11m
$17–25

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Distance: 212.4 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Puntarenas (Region), Costa Rica and Nicoya, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Puntarenas to Nicoya via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia in around 4h.

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