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

The cheapest way to get from Rivas to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $25 - $35 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rivas to Costa Rica is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Rivas and Costa Rica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rivas and arriving at Terminal Tica Bus San José. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Rivas to Costa Rica?

The distance between Rivas and Costa Rica is 318 km. The road distance is 317.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rivas to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs $25 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Rivas to Costa Rica, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Rivas to Costa Rica bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rivas to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Rivas to Costa Rica is 317 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Rivas to Costa Rica.

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

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Rivas to Costa Rica - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, shuttle, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Rivas to Costa Rica by car, bus, shuttle, or plane

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Rivas to La Cruzcar
2. Take the bus from La Cruz to Terminal Pulmitan San Josébus 505
3h 48m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rivas to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus Terminal Managua – Terminal San José
6h 9m
$25–35
Drive 317.4 km
1. Drive from Rivas to San Josécar 317.4 km
4h 56m
$43–62
Bus, shuttle, fly
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to La Cruzbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Cruz to Tamarindoshuttle
3. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
6h 13m
$443–528

Rivas to Costa Rica by bus

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Distance: 317.8 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Tica Bus operates a bus from Rivas to Terminal Tica Bus San José 4 times a day. Tickets cost $26–35 and the journey takes 6h 9m. Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) also services this route every 4 hours.

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