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How to get fromSan José to Santa Teresaby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from San José to Santa Teresa 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 Santa Teresataxi taxi
    1h 7m
    $39–50

  2. Drive 43.3 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San José to Santa Teresacar car 43.3 km
    50 min
    $6–9

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from San José to Santa Teresataxi taxi 43.3 km
    50 min
    $90–110

  4. Bus, taxi via Cartago

    1. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus bus
    2. Take the bus from Cartago to Cotbus bus
    3. Take the taxi from Cot to Santa Teresataxi taxi
    1h 39m
    $32–43

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 75.3 km
  • Duration: 1h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from San José to Santa Teresa. However, you can take the bus to Turrialba then take the taxi to Santa Teresa. Alternatively, you can drive from San José to Santa Teresa in around 50 min.

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