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How to get fromSan José to Platanilloby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from San José to Platanillo by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from San Jose Terminal Transtusa to Turrialbabus bus 302 Direct
    2. Take the taxi from Turrialba to Platanillotaxi taxi
    1h 9m
    $49–60

  2. Drive 79 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San José to Platanillocar car 79 km
    1h 40m
    $11–16

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from San José to Platanillotaxi taxi 79 km
    1h 40m
    $160–200

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 79.3 km
  • Duration: 1h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from San José to Platanillo. However, you can take the bus to Turrialba then take the taxi to Platanillo. Alternatively, you can drive from San José to Platanillo in around 1h 40m.

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