What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla is to bus which costs $61 - $62 and takes 23h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $250 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Santa Tecla?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla. However, there are services departing from Terminal Atlántico Norte and arriving at Terminal San Benito - CCA via Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

The distance between Costa Rica and Santa Tecla is 704 km. The road distance is 913.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla without a car is to bus via Terminal San Benito - CCA which takes 24h 35m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Rica to Santa Tecla bus from?

Costa Rica to Santa Tecla bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Bus or fly from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $220 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $61 - $62 and takes 23h 13m.

Where does the Costa Rica to Santa Tecla bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Santa Tecla bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Terminal San Carlos - CCA station.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Santa Tecla is 913 km. It takes approximately 13h 50m to drive from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla.

Where can I stay near Santa Tecla?

There are 523+ hotels available in Santa Tecla.

Costa Rica to Santa Tecla - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane SJO - SAL
4h 24m
$226–467
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San José to San Salvadorbus San Jose
23h 13m
$61–62
Drive 913.5 km
1. Drive from San José to Santa Teclacar 913.5 km
13h 50m
$123–177
Fly from Limón International Airport
1. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane LIO - SAL
4h 1m
$256–848
Bus via Terminal San Benito - CCA
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal San Carlos - CCAbus Sjo
24h 35m
$68–94
Bus via Terminal San Benito - CCA #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to El Salvadorbus San José
25h 40m
$62–82

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) flights

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Costa Rica to Santa Tecla.

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Distance: 703.9 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Santa Tecla, El Salvador?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Transporte del SOL operates a bus from San José to San Salvador 3 times a week. Tickets cost $60 and the journey takes 23h.

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