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12 h 48 min
835 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cartago to Panama City

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Cheapest
By car (835 km)
12 h 48 min
835 km.
from $45
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Other
Rideshare
12 h 48 min
835 km.
from $10.89
Train, Plane
6 h 50 min
491 km.
from $301.82
Bus via Penonomé
18 h 25 min
492 km.
from $83.09

Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$954.19

Copa Airlines

Website:
copaair.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.17–$890.58

Air Panama

Website:
airpanama.com/home.php
Plane from David to Albrook
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$305.34
Plane from Changuinola to Albrook
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$95.42–$330.79

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from San Jose to Penonomé
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$114.50
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$127.23

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from San José to Uvita
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$406.81

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$95.42

Autotransportes MEPE

Phone:
+506 2758 0618 / 4070-6373
Email:
Website:
mepecr.com/
Bus from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.80–$3.94

Tracopa

Phone:
+506 2221 4214
Email:
Website:
tracopacr.com/
Bus from Uvita to David
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$19.08

Union de Transportistas Penonome

Phone:
+507 303-6466
Bus from Penonomé to Panama
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.04

Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles

Phone:
+506 2755 1024
Email:
tours@williestourscostarica
Website:
williestourscostarica.com
Bus from Orosí to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$264.54

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 Panama City?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Panama City is to bus which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 19h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago to Panama City?

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Panama City is to train and fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $152.17 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Panama City?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Panama City. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Panama Albrook via Lumaca, San Jose and Penonomé. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.

How far is it from Cartago to Panama City?

The distance between Cartago and Panama City is 607 km. The road distance is 780.6 km.

How do I travel from Cartago to Panama City without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago to Panama City without a car is to bus via Penonomé which takes 18h 25m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Cartago to Panama City?

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Cartago to Panama City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Panama City bus from?

Cartago to Panama City bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from San Jose station.

Where does the Cartago to Panama City bus arrive?

Cartago to Panama City bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Penonomé station.

What is the time difference between Cartago and Panama City?

Panama City is 1h ahead of Cartago. It is currently 05:26 in Cartago and 06:26 in Panama City.

Can I drive from Cartago to Panama City?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Panama City is 781 km. It takes approximately 12h 24m to drive from Cartago to Panama City.

Where can I stay near Panama City?

There are 603+ hotels available in Panama City. Prices start at $51.28 per night.
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