What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to David?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to David is to bus which costs $21 - $50 and takes 8h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Rica to David?

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to David is to shuttle and bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $320 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and David?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Tica Bus and arriving at David Panama. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Costa Rica to David?

The distance between Costa Rica and David is 343 km. The road distance is 341 km.

How do I travel from Costa Rica to David without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to David without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $320 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Costa Rica to David?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Costa Rica to David, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Rica to David bus from?

Costa Rica to David bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from Terminal Tica Bus station.

Where does the Costa Rica to David bus arrive?

Costa Rica to David bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at David Panama station.

What is the time difference between Costa Rica and David?

David is 1h ahead of Costa Rica. It is currently 5:35 AM in Costa Rica and 6:35 AM in David.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to David?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to David is 341 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Costa Rica to David.

Where can I stay near David?

There are 99+ hotels available in David.

Costa Rica to David - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Costa Rica to David by shuttle, bus, car, or plane

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

Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to UvitaPrivate
2. Take the bus from Uvita to David601 San José
4h 56m
$323–328
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to David PanamaSan Jose
8h 12m
$21–50
Drive 341 km
1. Drive from San José to David341 km
6h 24m
$47–68
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Golfito (GLF)SJO - GLF
2. Take the bus from Golfito to Paso Canoas
3. Take the bus from Frontera to David
5h 55m
$149–610

Costa Rica to David by bus

23Weekly Buses

8h 12mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 342.9 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and David, Panama?

Tica Bus operates a bus from Terminal Tica Bus to David Panama once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 8h 12m. Two other operators also service this route.

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