What is the cheapest way to get from Rivas to El Castillo?

The cheapest way to get from Rivas to El Castillo is to bus via Rivas which costs $11 - $45 and takes 10h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rivas to El Castillo?

The fastest way to get from Rivas to El Castillo is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rivas and El Castillo?

No, there is no direct bus from Rivas to El Castillo. However, there are services departing from Rivas and arriving at El Castillo via La Cruz, Terminal Municipal Upala and Terminal de Buses La Fortuna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Rivas to El Castillo?

The distance between Rivas and El Castillo is 215 km. The road distance is 224.8 km.

How do I travel from Rivas to El Castillo without a car?

The best way to get from Rivas to El Castillo without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 5m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Rivas to El Castillo?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Rivas to El Castillo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rivas to El Castillo bus from?

Rivas to El Castillo bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from Rivas station.

Where does the Rivas to El Castillo bus arrive?

Rivas to El Castillo bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at La Cruz station.

Can I drive from Rivas to El Castillo?

Yes, the driving distance between Rivas to El Castillo is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Rivas to El Castillo.

Where can I stay near El Castillo?

There are 625+ hotels available in El Castillo.

Rivas to El Castillo - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Rivas to El Castillo by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to CañasMga
2. Take the taxi from Cañas to El Castillo
5h 5m
$109–159
Bus via Rivas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rivas to La CruzMga
2. Take the bus from La Cruz to Upala
3. Take the bus from Terminal Municipal Upala to Terminal de Buses La Fortuna
10h 55m
$12–43
Drive 224.8 km
1. Drive from Rivas to El Castillo224.8 km
3h 38m
$31–44
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rivas to Peñas Blancas
2. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to La FortunaPrivate
5h 42m
$351–353
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rivas to La Cruz
2. Take the bus from La Cruz to Upala
3. Take the bus from Terminal Municipal Upala to Terminal de Buses La Fortuna
9h 11m
$15–23

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rivas to El Castillo.

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Distance: 215.2 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Rivas, Nicaragua and El Castillo, Costa Rica?

You can take a shuttle from Rivas to El Castillo via Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, La Fortuna, and Terminal de Buses La Fortuna in around 5h 42m.

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