What is the cheapest way to get from Rivas to David?

The cheapest way to get from Rivas to David is to bus which costs $30 - $45 and takes 13h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rivas to David?

The fastest way to get from Rivas to David is to drive which takes 9h 39m and costs $80 - $120.

How far is it from Rivas to David?

The distance between Rivas and David is 638 km. The road distance is 607.9 km.

How do I travel from Rivas to David without a car?

The best way to get from Rivas to David without a car is to bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Rivas to David?

It takes approximately 13h 43m to get from Rivas to David, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rivas to David bus from?

Rivas to David bus services, operated by Grupo Tranbasa, depart from Peñas Blancas station.

Where does the Rivas to David bus arrive?

Rivas to David bus services, operated by Grupo Tranbasa, arrive at Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia station.

What is the time difference between Rivas and David?

David is 1h ahead of Rivas. It is currently 9:17 PM in Rivas and 10:17 PM in David.

Can I drive from Rivas to David?

Yes, the driving distance between Rivas to David is 608 km. It takes approximately 9h 39m to drive from Rivas to David.

Where can I stay near David?

There are 99+ hotels available in David.

Rivas to David - 11 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

Q: Is there a direct bus between Rivas and David?

No, there is no direct bus from Rivas to David. However, there are services departing from Rivas and arriving at David via Peñas Blancas, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Puntarenas and Terminal de buses Parrita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

There are 11 ways to get from Rivas to David by bus, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Puntarenas
3. Take the bus from Puntarenas to Parrita
4. Take the bus from Terminal de buses Parrita to David
13h 43m
$32–43
Drive 607.9 km
1. Drive from Rivas to David607.9 km
9h 39m
$84–121
Bus to Liberia International Airport, fly to Golfito, bus
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESA
2. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Golfito (GLF)LIR - GLF
3. Take the bus from Golfito to Paso Canoas
4. Take the bus from Frontera to David
12h 38m
$101–644
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Terminal Pulmitan De Liberia
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Paso Canoas
3. Take the bus from Frontera to David
18h 25m
$593–596
Bus via Uvita
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAMga
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Puntarenas
3. Take the bus from Puntarenas to Quebrada Amarilla
4. Take the bus from Quebrada Amarilla to Uvita
5. Take the bus from Uvita to David
13h 55m
$40–81
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Rivas to Terminal Tica Bus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to DavidSan José
20h 5m
$52–84
Shuttle to Tamarindo Airport, fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to Tamarindo
2. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)TNO - SJO
3. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Uvita
4. Take the bus from Uvita to David
10h 59m
$692–713
Shuttle, shuttle to Juan Santamaría International Airport, fly to Golfito, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to La Fortuna
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuela
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Golfito (GLF)SJO - GLF
4. Take the bus from Golfito to Paso Canoas
5. Take the bus from Frontera to David
10h 50m
$589–1,050
Bus to Liberia International Airport, fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESA
2. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)LIR - SJO
3. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Uvita
4. Take the bus from Uvita to David
11h 28m
$472–1,766
Bus to Liberia International Airport, fly to Puerto Jiménez Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESA
2. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM)LIR - PJM
3. Take the bus from Puerto Jiménez to Ciudad Neily
4. Take the bus from Frontera to David
12h 20m
$288–426
Shuttle, shuttle to Juan Santamaría International Airport, fly to Puerto Jiménez Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to La Fortuna
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuela
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM)SJO - PJM
4. Take the bus from Puerto Jiménez to Ciudad Neily
5. Take the bus from Frontera to David
12h 12m
$611–682

Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Golfito (GLF) flights

35Weekly Planes

5h 21mAverage Duration

$89Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 638.5 km
Duration: 13h 43m

What companies run services between Rivas, Nicaragua and David, Panama?

You can take a bus from Rivas to David via Peñas Blancas, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Puntarenas, and Terminal de buses Parrita in around 13h 43m.

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