What is the cheapest way to get from Upala to Nicoya?

The cheapest way to get from Upala to Nicoya is to bus which costs $13 - $22 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upala to Nicoya?

The fastest way to get from Upala to Nicoya is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Upala and Nicoya?

No, there is no direct bus from Upala to Nicoya. However, there are services departing from Upala and arriving at Nicoya via Cañas and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Upala to Nicoya?

The distance between Upala and Nicoya is 197 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

How do I travel from Upala to Nicoya without a car?

The best way to get from Upala to Nicoya without a car is to bus which takes 4h 26m and costs $13 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Upala to Nicoya?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Upala to Nicoya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upala to Nicoya bus from?

Upala to Nicoya bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, depart from Upala station.

Where does the Upala to Nicoya bus arrive?

Upala to Nicoya bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, arrive at Cañas station.

Can I drive from Upala to Nicoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Upala to Nicoya is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Upala to Nicoya.

Where can I stay near Nicoya?

There are 54+ hotels available in Nicoya.

Upala to Nicoya - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Upala to Nicoya by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Upala to Cañasbus
2. Take the bus from Cañas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus 524
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Nicoyabus 550
4h 26m
$13–21
Drive 151.9 km
1. Drive from Upala to Nicoyacar 151.9 km
2h 22m
$21–30
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Terminal Municipal Upala to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus 234 Ciudad Quesada
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Nicoyashuttle Private
4h 48m
$417–421

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Distance: 197 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Upala, Costa Rica and Nicoya, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Upala to Nicoya via Cañas and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia in around 4h 26m.

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