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Panama City to La Fortuna

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13 h 59 min
902 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Panama City to La Fortuna

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Cheapest
By car (902 km)
13 h 59 min
902 km.
from $49
Fastest
Plane to La Fortuna
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Rideshare
13 h 59 min
902 km.
from $11.77
Bus, Plane (Fly Tocumen International Airport to Juan Santamaría International Airport)
5 h 47 min
585 km.
from $487.08
Bus via San José
21 h 23 min
584 km.
from $64.24
Bus
20 h 40 min
584 km.
from $568.39
Bus, Plane (Fly Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to David)
9 h 36 min
585 km.
from $750.98
Bus, Plane (Fly Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Juan Santamaría International Airport)
4 h 50 min
585 km.
from $490.74

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$178.38–$344.02

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Tocumen International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.16–$955.61

Copa Airlines

Website:
copaair.com/
Plane from Tocumen International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.57–$891.90

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Tocumen International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
12h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.64–$1,210.44
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$178.38–$344.02

Air Panama

Website:
airpanama.com/home.php
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to David
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$305.80

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Terminal Albrook to Quepos
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$114.67
Bus from Panama to San
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$140.16

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Alajuela to La
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$220.01
Bus from Paso Canoas to San
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$597.82
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$205.04

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from David Panama to Paso
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$15.29
Bus from Panama to San
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.71–$95.56

Jungle Tom Safaris Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2221 7878
Email:
Website:
jungletomsafaris.com/
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$70.08–$89.19

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Email:
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Bus from Panama City to Bocas
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$1,324.64

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.81

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.32–$114.67

Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles

Phone:
+506 2755 1024
Email:
tours@williestourscostarica
Website:
williestourscostarica.com
Bus from Quepos to La
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$362.84
Bus from Bocas Del Toro to Cahuita
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.02
Bus from Cahuita to La
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$454.99

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Bus from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna?

The cheapest way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna is to bus via San José which costs $59.78 - $119.57 and takes 21h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna?

The fastest way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 50m and costs $347.83 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Panama City and La Fortuna?

No, there is no direct bus from Panama City to La Fortuna. However, there are services departing from Terminal Albrook and arriving at La Fortuna via Quepos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 40m.

How far is it from Panama City to La Fortuna?

The distance between Panama City and La Fortuna is 688 km. The road distance is 900 km.

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

The best way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna without a car is to bus which takes 20h 40m and costs $358.70 - $413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Panama City to La Fortuna?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Panama City to La Fortuna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panama City to La Fortuna bus from?

Panama City to La Fortuna bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal Albrook station.

Bus or fly from Panama City to La Fortuna?

The best way to get from Panama City to La Fortuna is to bus which takes 20h 40m and costs $358.70 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $228.26 - $706.52 and takes 14h 33m.

Where does the Panama City to La Fortuna bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Panama City and La Fortuna?

La Fortuna is 1h behind Panama City. It is currently 22:30 in Panama City and 21:30 in La Fortuna.

Can I drive from Panama City to La Fortuna?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama City to La Fortuna is 900 km. It takes approximately 14h 5m to drive from Panama City to La Fortuna.

Where can I stay near La Fortuna?

There are 526+ hotels available in La Fortuna. Prices start at $117.62 per night.
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