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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Puntarenas to Samara

Composite routes from Puntarenas to Samara

Cheapest
3 h 12 min
Car
158 km.
from $8
Other
6 h 5 min
76 km.
from $20.11
6 h 16 min
Ferry, Bus
76 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Puntarenas to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$152.13
Bus from Monteverde to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$230.92

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Email:
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Bus from Monteverde to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$235.84

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from Monteverde to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Email:
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Bus from Monteverde to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.70–$184.78

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Monteverde to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$97.83

Reina del Campo

Phone:
+506 2663 1752
Email:
Website:
reinadelcampo.com/
Bus from Puntarenas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.89–$7.07

Transportes La Pampa

Phone:
+506 2665 7520
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070648998557
Bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Nicoya
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.15–$4.57

Costa Rica Local Buses

Bus from Playa Naranjo to Nicoya
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day

Other operators

COONATRAMAR

Phone:
506 2661-1069
Email:
Website:
coonatramar.com/
Other from Puntarenas to Playa
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.98

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Puntarenas to Sámara?

The cheapest way to get from Puntarenas to Sámara is to bus which costs $10.87 - $18.48 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puntarenas to Sámara?

The fastest way to get from Puntarenas to Sámara is to shuttle which takes 2h 9m and costs $184.78 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Puntarenas and Sámara?

No, there is no direct bus from Puntarenas to Sámara. However, there are services departing from Puntarenas and arriving at Sámara via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia and Nicoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Puntarenas to Sámara?

The distance between Puntarenas and Sámara is 257 km. The road distance is 158.4 km.

How do I travel from Puntarenas to Sámara without a car?

The best way to get from Puntarenas to Sámara without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $10.87 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from Puntarenas to Sámara?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Puntarenas to Sámara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puntarenas to Sámara bus from?

Puntarenas to Sámara bus services, operated by Reina del Campo, depart from Puntarenas station.

Where does the Puntarenas to Sámara bus arrive?

Puntarenas to Sámara bus services, operated by Reina del Campo, arrive at Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia station.

Can I drive from Puntarenas to Sámara?

Yes, the driving distance between Puntarenas to Sámara is 158 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Puntarenas to Sámara.

Where can I stay near Sámara?

There are 251+ hotels available in Sámara. Prices start at $75.65 per night.
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