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

The cheapest way to get from Golfito to Cartago is to bus which costs $32 - $38 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golfito to Cartago is to fly and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs $180 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Golfito and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Golfito to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Golfito and arriving at Cartago via Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Golfito to Cartago?

The distance between Golfito and Cartago is 227 km. The road distance is 237.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Golfito to Cartago without a car is to bus via Chacarita which takes 5h 31m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Golfito to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golfito to Cartago bus from?

Golfito to Cartago bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Golfito station.

Where does the Golfito to Cartago bus arrive?

Golfito to Cartago bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at San Isidro de El General station.

Can I drive from Golfito to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Golfito to Cartago is 237 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Golfito to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 468+ hotels available in Cartago.

Golfito to Cartago - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Golfito to Cartago by plane, bus, car, 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.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Golfito (GLF) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane GLF - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus
2h 46m
$180–194
Drive 237.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Golfito to Cartagocar 237.2 km
5h 19m
$32–46
Bus via Chacarita
1. Take the bus from Chacarita to San Isidrobus San Isidro de El General
2. Take the bus from Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General to Cartagobus San José
5h 31m
$84–104
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Golfito to San Joséshuttle Private
4h 33m
$521
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golfito to San Isidro de El Generalbus By Cerro
2. Take the bus from Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General to Cartagobus San José
7h 50m
$33–38

Golfito (GLF) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Golfito to Cartago.

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Golfito, Puntarenas, Costa Rica and Cartago, Costa Rica?

You can take a vehicle from Golfito to Cartago via Chacarita, San Isidro, and Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General in around 5h 31m.

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