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8 h 52 min
536 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Golfito to Rivas

Composite routes from Golfito to Rivas

Cheapest
8 h 52 min
Car
536 km.
from $29
Other
8 h 52 min
Rideshare
536 km.
from $6.99
6 h 32 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $602.45
10 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $127.88
15 h 42 min
426 km.
from $47.09
9 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $527.79
15 h 48 min
426 km.
from $71.30
17 h 23 min
426 km.
from $103.63

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Golfito to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$394.40
Plane from Golfito to Daniel
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$470.74
Plane from Puerto Jiménez Airport to Daniel
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$826.97

Edelweiss Air

Website:
flyedelweiss.com/
Plane from Puerto Jiménez Airport to Daniel
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$20.36–$279.90

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Golfito to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$394.40
Plane from Golfito to Daniel
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$470.74
Plane from Puerto Jiménez Airport to Daniel
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$826.97

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Terminal San Jose to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.35–$76.34

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Monteverde to Peñas
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$345.10
Bus from Golfito to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$643.11

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from Cañas to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45
Bus from Liberia to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Bus from San José to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.71
Bus from Rio Claro to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Tracopa

Phone:
+506 2221 4214
Email:
Website:
tracopacr.com/
Bus from Río Claro to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.14
Bus from Golfito to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 38m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.36–$25.45

Transportes Delio Morales

Phone:
+506 2777 0318
Email:
Bus from Parrita to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.81

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Email:
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Bus from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.17–$209.92

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$114.50

Pulmitan de Liberia

Phone:
+506 2222 0610
Email:
info@caribeños.com
Website:
facebook.com/Pulmitan-de-liberia-235807189780829
Bus from San Jose to Peñas
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.09–$16.54

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Golfito to Rivas?

The cheapest way to get from Golfito to Rivas is to bus via Parrita which costs $40.22 - $53.26 and takes 15h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Golfito to Rivas?

The fastest way to get from Golfito to Rivas is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 32m and costs $456.52 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Golfito and Rivas?

No, there is no direct bus from Golfito to Rivas. However, there are services departing from Golfito and arriving at Rivas via Río Claro, Parrita, San Jose and Peñas Blancas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 42m.

How far is it from Golfito to Rivas?

The distance between Golfito and Rivas is 547 km. The road distance is 525.2 km.

How do I travel from Golfito to Rivas without a car?

The best way to get from Golfito to Rivas without a car is to bus via Parrita which takes 15h 42m and costs $40.22 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Golfito to Rivas?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Golfito to Rivas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golfito to Rivas bus from?

Golfito to Rivas bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Río Claro station.

Where does the Golfito to Rivas bus arrive?

Golfito to Rivas bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at Terminal de buses Parrita station.

What is the time difference between Golfito and Rivas?

It is currently 00:37 at both, Golfito and Rivas.

Can I drive from Golfito to Rivas?

Yes, the driving distance between Golfito to Rivas is 525 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Golfito to Rivas.

Where can I stay near Rivas?

There are 201+ hotels available in Rivas. Prices start at $5.22 per night.
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