What is the cheapest way to get from Cartago to Limón?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Limón is to bus via El Cairo which costs $10 - $14 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago to Limón?

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Limón is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Limón?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Limón. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Terminal Mepe - Limón via Terminal Atlántico Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Cartago to Limón?

The distance between Cartago and Limón is 182 km. The road distance is 139.5 km.

How do I travel from Cartago to Limón without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago to Limón without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $10 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Cartago to Limón?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Cartago to Limón, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Limón bus from?

Cartago to Limón bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Where does the Cartago to Limón bus arrive?

Cartago to Limón bus services, operated by Autotransportes MEPE, arrive at Terminal Mepe - Limón station.

Can I drive from Cartago to Limón?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Limón is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cartago to Limón.

Where can I stay near Limón?

There are 39+ hotels available in Limón.

Cartago to Limón - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cartago to Limón by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Mepe - Limónbus San José – Manzanillo
5h 39m
$11–15
Drive 139.5 km
1. Drive from Cartago to Limóncar 139.5 km
2h 43m
$23–33
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to 50 m este Del Aeropuertobus
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Limón International Airport (LIO)plane SJO - LIO
4h 16m
$176–229
Bus via El Cairo
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Turrialbabus
2. Take the bus from Turrialba to Siquirresbus
3. Take the bus from Siquirres to Parada Diagonal Al Macdonaldsbus
5h 48m
$11–14
Bus via Guápiles
1. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Inicialbus 735-A / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus 736-A
5h 54m
$14

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Limón International Airport (LIO) flights

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Distance: 182.1 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Cartago, Costa Rica and Limón, Costa Rica?

Autotransportes MEPE operates a bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Mepe - Limón once daily. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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