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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Rivas is to bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Rivas is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Rivas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Atlántico Norte and arriving at Rivas. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Rivas?

The distance between Costa Rica and Rivas is 329 km. The road distance is 317.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Rivas without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $21 - $45.

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

The bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Rivas takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where does the Costa Rica to Rivas bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Rivas bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Rivas station.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Rivas?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Rivas is 318 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Costa Rica to Rivas.

Where can I stay near Rivas?

There are 206+ hotels available in Rivas.

Costa Rica to Rivas - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Costa Rica to Rivas 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
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to RivasSjo
8h 30m
$21–45
Drive 317.5 km
1. Drive from San José to Rivas317.5 km
4h 53m
$43–62
Fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)SJO - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Peñas Blancas
3. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Rivas
6h 1m
$369–385
Fly to Liberia International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Liberia International Airport (LIR)SJO - LIR
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancas
6h 16m
$144–1,407
Fly to Managua Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)SJO - MGA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Granada to Rivas
6h 36m
$330–661

Costa Rica to Rivas by bus

84Weekly Buses

8h 30mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Costa Rica to Rivas.

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Distance: 328.6 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Rivas, Nicaragua?

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) operates a bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Rivas every 2 hours. Tickets cost $21–45 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Tica Bus also services this route once daily.

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