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Puntarenas to Malpais

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4 h 2 min
201 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Puntarenas to Malpais

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Cheapest
By car (201 km)
4 h 2 min
201 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
4 h 2 min
201 km.
from $7.65
Bus
5 h 28 min
52 km.
from $97.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Paquera dock to Malpais
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$17.39–$130.43
Bus from Jacó to Malpais
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$103.26

Transportes González y Villegas LTDA

Phone:
+506 2290 2922
Email:
Website:
transportesgonzalezyvillegasruta606.com/tarifas.php
Bus from Orotina to Jacó
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.11

Other operators

Naviera Tambor

Phone:
+ 506 2661 2084
Email:
Website:
navieratambor.com/
Other from Puntarenas to Paquera
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.96–$22.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puntarenas to Malpais is to drive which costs $26.09 - $39.13 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puntarenas to Malpais is to ferry and shuttle which takes 2h 14m and costs $17.39 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Puntarenas and Malpais?

No, there is no direct bus from Puntarenas to Malpais. However, there are services departing from Puntarenas and arriving at Malpais via Orotina and Jacó. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Puntarenas to Malpais?

The distance between Puntarenas and Malpais is 68 km. The road distance is 200.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puntarenas to Malpais without a car is to ferry and shuttle which takes 2h 14m and costs $17.39 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Puntarenas to Malpais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puntarenas to Malpais bus from?

Puntarenas to Malpais bus services, operated by Transportes González y Villegas LTDA, depart from Orotina station.

Where does the Puntarenas to Malpais bus arrive?

Puntarenas to Malpais bus services, operated by Transportes González y Villegas LTDA, arrive at Jacó station.

Can I drive from Puntarenas to Malpais?

Yes, the driving distance between Puntarenas to Malpais is 201 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Puntarenas to Malpais.

Where can I stay near Malpais?

There are 382+ hotels available in Malpais. Prices start at $75.16 per night.
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