What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica is to fly which costs $230 - $900 and takes 7h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $230 - $900.

How far is it from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

The distance between Des Moines and Costa Rica is 3642 km. The road distance is 4934.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 22h and costs $420 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Costa Rica bus from?

Des Moines to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $230 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $420 - $800 and takes 4 days 22h.

Where does the Des Moines to Costa Rica bus arrive?

Des Moines to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 5:49 PM in Des Moines and 4:49 PM in Costa Rica.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Costa Rica is 4935 km. It takes approximately 2 days 14h to drive from Des Moines to Costa Rica.

Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 761+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

Des Moines to Costa Rica - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Costa Rica?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Costa Rica. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Terminal Atlántico Norte via Kansas City Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station, Smith St @ Pierce St, Houston and Terminal San Carlos - CCA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 22h.

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Costa Rica by plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane DSM - SJO
7h 36m
$239–873
Bus, train via Mexico City
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Bloomington-Normalbus
2. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to San Antonio Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from San Antonio to Terminal Central de Autobuses del Nortebus
4. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Tapachulabus
5. Take the bus from Tapachula to San Salvadorbus
6. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus
4d 15h
$739–1,406
Drive 4,934.7 km
1. Drive from Des Moines to San Josécar 4,934.7 km
2d 14h
$662–956
Fly to Liberia International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Liberia International Airport (LIR)plane DSM - LIR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Liberia Airport to Monteverdeshuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Puntarenasshuttle
10h 29m
$612–1,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Downtown Houstonbus
4. Take the bus from Houston to San Salvadorbus
5. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus
4d 22h
$423–797
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Longviewtrain
3. Take the bus from Longview Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Houston to Managuabus
5. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus
5d 20h
$553–1,012

Des Moines (DSM) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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10h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,642.1 km
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Costa Rica?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Terminal Atlántico Norte via Kansas City Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station, Downtown Houston, Smith St @ Pierce St, West Bellfort Park & Ride, Houston, San Salvador, and Terminal San Carlos - CCA in around 4d 22h.

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