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

The cheapest way to get from Quepos to Cartago is to bus which costs $12 - $16 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quepos to Cartago is to fly and bus which takes 2h 16m and costs $105 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Quepos and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Quepos to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros and arriving at Cartago via Terminal Lumaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Quepos to Cartago?

The distance between Quepos and Cartago is 110 km. The road distance is 89.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Quepos to Cartago without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Quepos to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quepos to Cartago bus from?

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

Where does the Quepos to Cartago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Quepos to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Quepos to Cartago is 89 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Quepos to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 575+ hotels available in Cartago.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Quepos 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 Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)XQP - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartago
2h 16m
$110–117
Drive 89.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quepos to Cartago89.5 km
2h 48m
$12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros to Terminal TRACOPA613 Manuel Antonio / ...
4h 17m
$13–16
Bus via San Isidro
1. Take the bus from Quepos to San IsidroSan Isidro
2. Take the bus from Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General to CartagoSan José
4h 19m
$19–22

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

115Weekly Planes

29 minAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Quepos to Cartago.

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Distance: 109.5 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Tracopa operates a bus from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros to Terminal TRACOPA hourly. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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