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6 h 18 min
362 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Rivas

Composite routes from San Jose to Rivas

Cheapest
6 h 18 min
Car
362 km.
from $19
Other
3 h 38 min
Train, Taxi
72 km.
from $213.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

Tracopa

Phone:
+506 2221 4214
Email:
Website:
tracopacr.com/
Bus from San José - Terminal Tracopa to San
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.81–$17.68

Musoc

Phone:
+506 2222 2422 / 2771 0414
Email:
Website:
musoccr.com/
Bus from Terminal Muson - San José to Termianl
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.55

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Estación Atlántico to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Rivas?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Rivas is to bus which costs $9.01 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Rivas?

The fastest way to get from San José to Rivas is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between San José and Rivas?

No, there is no direct bus from San José to Rivas. However, there are services departing from Terminal Muson - San José and arriving at Rivas via San Isidro de El General. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from San José to Rivas?

The distance between San José and Rivas is 139 km. The road distance is 116.9 km.

How do I travel from San José to Rivas without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Rivas without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $9.01 .

How long does it take to get from San José to Rivas?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from San José to Rivas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San José to Rivas bus from?

San José to Rivas bus services, operated by Musoc, depart from Terminal Muson - San José station.

Where does the San José to Rivas bus arrive?

San José to Rivas bus services, operated by Musoc, arrive at Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General station.

Can I drive from San José to Rivas?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Rivas is 117 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from San José to Rivas.

Where can I stay near Rivas?

There are 144+ hotels available in Rivas. Prices start at $41.89 per night.
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