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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Cartago

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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$521.63

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$521.63

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Nicoya to San
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$300.19

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Santa Cruz to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.18–$17.81

Transportes La Pampa

Phone:
+506 2665 7520
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070648998557
Bus from Santa Cruz to Nicoya
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.65

Autotransportes Lumaca

Phone:
+506 4109 9900 / 4404 9950
Website:
lumaca.cr/
Bus from San José to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.55

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Río Segundo to Estación
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.65
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 Santa Cruz to Cartago?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago is to bus which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $31.52 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Santa Cruz and arriving at Cartago via La Castellana and San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Cartago?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Cartago is 252 km. The road distance is 246.4 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Cartago without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago without a car is to bus via Estación Atlántico which takes 4h 38m and costs $10.33 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Santa Cruz to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Cartago bus from?

Santa Cruz to Cartago bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Santa Cruz station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Cartago bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Cartago bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at San José station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Cartago is 246 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Santa Cruz to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 412+ hotels available in Cartago. Prices start at $57.48 per night.
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