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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo

Composite routes from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo

Cheapest
2 h 53 min
Car
130 km.
from $7
Other
5 h 49 min
88 km.
from $16.83
10 h 40 min
88 km.
from $518.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Other from Santa Elena to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$97.83

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Other from Limonal to Nicoya
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.61
Other from Nicoya to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.52

Empresa Traroc S.A.

Phone:
+506 2685 5352
Email:
Other from Nicoya to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.48–$4.57

Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles

Phone:
+506 2755 1024
Email:
tours@williestourscostarica
Website:
williestourscostarica.com
Other from Santa Elena to La
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.05
Other from La Fortuna to Sámara
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$289.88

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo is to bus via Nicoya which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo?

The fastest way to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Elena and Playa Carrillo?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo. However, there are services departing from Santa Elena and arriving at Puerto Carrillo via Las Juntas, Limonal and Nicoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo?

The distance between Santa Elena and Playa Carrillo is 156 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

How do I travel from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo without a car is to bus via Nicoya which takes 5h 49m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo bus from?

Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Limonal station.

Where does the Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo bus arrive?

Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Nicoya station.

Can I drive from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Santa Elena to Playa Carrillo.

Where can I stay near Playa Carrillo?

There are 256+ hotels available in Playa Carrillo. Prices start at $75.65 per night.
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