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

The cheapest way to get from Limón to Cartago is to bus which costs $12 - $16 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Limón to Cartago is to fly and bus which takes 2h 33m and costs $100 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Limón and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Limón to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Limón and arriving at Cartago via Mercado Borbón, Gimnasio Nacional and Terminal Lumaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Limón to Cartago?

The distance between Limón and Cartago is 174 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Limón to Cartago without a car is to bus which takes 4h 27m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Limón to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Limón to Cartago bus from?

Limón to Cartago bus services, operated by Grupo Caribeños, depart from Limón station.

Where does the Limón to Cartago bus arrive?

Limón to Cartago bus services, operated by Grupo Caribeños, arrive at Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Can I drive from Limón to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Limón to Cartago is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Limón to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 536+ hotels available in Cartago.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Limón to Cartago 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane LIO - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus
2h 33m
$103–115
Bus via El Cairo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limón to Siquirresbus
2. Take the bus from Siquirres to Turrialbabus
3. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus
5h 14m
$11–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Limón to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus 703 Limon
4h 27m
$12–15
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Puerto Limón to Batanbus
2. Drive from Batan to Cartagocar
2h 54m
Drive 143.7 km
1. Drive from Limón to Cartagocar 143.7 km
2h 51m
$20–28

Limón International Airport (LIO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

35Weekly Planes

42 minAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Limón to Cartago.

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Limón, Costa Rica and Cartago, Costa Rica?

Grupo Caribeños operates a bus from Limón to Terminal Atlántico Norte every 2 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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