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Cartago to La Fortuna

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3 h 28 min
186 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cartago to La Fortuna

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Cheapest
By car (186 km)
3 h 28 min
186 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
3 h 28 min
186 km.
from $7.08
Train, Plane
4 h 16 min
102 km.
from $227.35
Bus via San Ramón
5 h 23 min
104 km.
from $9.83
Bus via Ciudad Quesada
6 h 13 min
104 km.
from $10.54

Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Alajuela to La
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$219.68

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$8.91
Bus from San José to Ciudad
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.91

Compañía Carbachez e Hijos

Phone:
+506 2451 1284 / 8689 4895
Email:
Bus from San Ramón to La
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.07

Empresarios Unidos

Phone:
+506 2221 6600
Email:
Website:
empresariosunidos.cr/home/
Bus from San José to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.88

Transpisa

Email:
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Bus from Ciudad Quesada to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$4.20

Airlines

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$292.62

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Cartago to Estación
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65
Train from Estación Atlántico to Río
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cartago to La Fortuna?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to La Fortuna is to bus which costs $7.07 - $9.78 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago to La Fortuna?

The fastest way to get from Cartago to La Fortuna is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $19.57 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and La Fortuna?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to La Fortuna. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at La Fortuna via Lumaca and San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Cartago to La Fortuna?

The distance between Cartago and La Fortuna is 177 km. The road distance is 156 km.

How do I travel from Cartago to La Fortuna without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago to La Fortuna without a car is to train and shuttle which takes 3h 53m and costs $190.22 - $192.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cartago to La Fortuna?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cartago to La Fortuna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to La Fortuna bus from?

Cartago to La Fortuna bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, depart from San José station.

Where does the Cartago to La Fortuna bus arrive?

Cartago to La Fortuna bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, arrive at La Fortuna station.

Can I drive from Cartago to La Fortuna?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to La Fortuna is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cartago to La Fortuna.

Where can I stay near La Fortuna?

There are 526+ hotels available in La Fortuna. Prices start at $117.62 per night.
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