What is the cheapest way to get from Quepos to Cariari?

The cheapest way to get from Quepos to Cariari is to bus via Hospital Quepos which costs $13 - $17 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quepos to Cariari?

The fastest way to get from Quepos to Cariari is to fly and bus which takes 3h 48m and costs $40 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Quepos and Cariari?

No, there is no direct bus from Quepos to Cariari. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros and arriving at Cariari via Terminal Cartago, Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe and Guápiles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Quepos to Cariari?

The distance between Quepos and Cariari is 254 km. The road distance is 180.8 km.

How do I travel from Quepos to Cariari without a car?

The best way to get from Quepos to Cariari without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $18 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Quepos to Cariari?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Quepos to Cariari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quepos to Cariari bus from?

Quepos to Cariari bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros station.

Where does the Quepos to Cariari bus arrive?

Quepos to Cariari bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at Terminal TRACOPA station.

Can I drive from Quepos to Cariari?

Yes, the driving distance between Quepos to Cariari is 181 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Quepos to Cariari.

Where can I stay near Cariari?

There are 47+ hotels available in Cariari.

Quepos to Cariari - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Quepos to Cariari by bus, car, or plane

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 San Rafael de Cerros to Terminal TRACOPA613 Manuel Antonio / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe to Terminal GuápilesSan José
6h
$18–21
Bus via Hospital Quepos
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hospital Quepos to Terminal Atlántico Norte
2. Take the bus from Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe to Terminal Guápiles
3. Take the bus from Guápiles to Cariari
6h 28m
$14–17
Drive 180.8 km
1. Drive from Quepos to Cariari180.8 km
3h 59m
$25–35
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)XQP - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe to Terminal Guápiles
3. Take the bus from Guápiles to Cariari
3h 48m
$43–230

Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

141Weekly Planes

29 minAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.7 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Quepos, Costa Rica and Cariari, Limón, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros to Cariari via Terminal TRACOPA, Terminal Cartago, Fishel, Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe, and Guápiles in around 6h.

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