What is the cheapest way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

The cheapest way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $55 - $90 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

The fastest way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $150 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Tocumen and Costa Rica?

No, there is no direct bus from Tocumen to Costa Rica. However, there are services departing from Hospital del Este and arriving at Terminal Tica Bus via Terminal de Albrook. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 10m.

How far is it from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

The distance between Tocumen and Costa Rica is 542 km. The road distance is 804.9 km.

How do I travel from Tocumen to Costa Rica without a car?

The best way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 17h 10m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

The best way to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $150 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the time difference between Tocumen and Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is 1h behind Tocumen. It is currently 9:15 PM in Tocumen and 8:15 PM in Costa Rica.

Can I drive from Tocumen to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Tocumen to Costa Rica is 805 km. It takes approximately 13h 5m to drive from Tocumen to Costa Rica.

Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 735+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

Tocumen to Costa Rica - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

Q: Where do I catch the Tocumen to Costa Rica bus from?

Tocumen to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal de Albrook station.

Q: Where does the Tocumen to Costa Rica bus arrive?

Tocumen to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Terminal Tica Bus station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Tocumen to Costa Rica by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane PTY - SJO
1h 46m
$150–450
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus Panamá / ...
17h 10m
$55–90
Drive 804.9 km
1. Drive from Tocumen to San Josécar 804.9 km
13h 5m
$129–187
Bus via Terminal Tica Bus Panamá
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus Panamá to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus Terminal Albrook – Terminal San José
18h 40m
$55–80

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

63Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 542 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Tocumen, Panama and Costa Rica?

Copa Airlines flies from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) operates a bus from Terminal de Albrook to Terminal Tica Bus 4 times a day. Tickets cost $58–90 and the journey takes 15h 30m.

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