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How to Travel from

San Salvador to Puntarenas

by Plane, Train, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$271.74

Volaris El Salvador

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$184.78

Volaris Costa Rica

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$86.96–$456.52

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Peñas
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$46.74
Bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22
Bus from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$81.52
Bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.00–$53.26

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from León to Managua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Bus from León to San
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$255.49
Bus from San Juan del Sur to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$280.05

El Salvador Local Buses

Bus from San Salvador to Suchitoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.74

Ruta del Golfo

Phone:
+503 7749 7648
Website:
rutadelgolfo.com/
Bus from Suchitoto to León
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$184.74
Bus from San Salvador to León
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$88.45

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from San Juan del Sur to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.14

Reina del Campo

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

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Cruce
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.61

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas?

The cheapest way to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas is to bus which costs $86.96 - $152.17 and takes 26h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas?

The fastest way to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas is to fly and bus which takes 5h 34m and costs $130.43 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between San Salvador and Puntarenas?

No, there is no direct bus from San Salvador to Puntarenas. However, there are services departing from San Salvador and arriving at Puntarenas via Suchitoto, León, Terminal Managua - CCA, Peñas Blancas and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 16m.

How far is it from San Salvador to Puntarenas?

The distance between San Salvador and Puntarenas is 768 km. The road distance is 839.3 km.

How do I travel from San Salvador to Puntarenas without a car?

The best way to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas without a car is to bus via León which takes 21h 16m and costs $217.39 - $304.35 .

How long does it take to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from San Salvador to Puntarenas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Salvador to Puntarenas bus from?

San Salvador to Puntarenas bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, depart from San Salvador station.

Where does the San Salvador to Puntarenas bus arrive?

San Salvador to Puntarenas bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, arrive at Suchitoto station.

Can I drive from San Salvador to Puntarenas?

Yes, the driving distance between San Salvador to Puntarenas is 839 km. It takes approximately 12h 32m to drive from San Salvador to Puntarenas.

Where can I stay near Puntarenas?

There are 127+ hotels available in Puntarenas. Prices start at $38.21 per night.
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