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

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Nicoya is to bus which costs $10 - $14 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Nicoya is to bus and shuttle which takes 3h 25m and costs $274.

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Nicoya?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Nicoya. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Nicoya via Terminal Cartago, Central Autobusera Inteligente and Puente de la Amistad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Cartago to Nicoya?

The distance between Cartago and Nicoya is 222 km. The road distance is 221.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cartago to Nicoya without a car is to bus via Puente de la Amistad which takes 5h 43m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Cartago to Nicoya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Nicoya bus from?

Cartago to Nicoya bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Where does the Cartago to Nicoya bus arrive?

Cartago to Nicoya bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Puente de la Amistad station.

Can I drive from Cartago to Nicoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Nicoya is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cartago to Nicoya.

Where can I stay near Nicoya?

There are 49+ hotels available in Nicoya.

Cartago to Nicoya - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Cartago to Nicoya by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Puente de la Amistad
best
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Puente de la Amistadbus San Jose
5h 43m
$17–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Nicoyabus San Jose
5h 56m
$10–13
Drive 221.9 km
1. Drive from Cartago to Nicoyacar 221.9 km
3h 47m
$30–43
Bus, fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
3. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Nicoyashuttle
4h 44m
$327–340
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Nicoyashuttle Private
3h 25m
$273
Bus, fly to Nosara Airport
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Nosara Airport (NOB)plane SJO - NOB
3. Take the bus from Nosara to Nicoyabus
5h 24m
$115–1,006

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) flights

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50 minAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cartago to Nicoya.

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Distance: 222.2 km
Duration: 5h 43m

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

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Puente de la Amistad once daily. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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