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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Panama City to El Empalme

Composite routes from Panama City to El Empalme

Cheapest
8 h 42 min
Car
607 km.
from $33
Other
4 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $170.82
6 h 12 min
Bus, Plane
331 km.
from $178.49

Transport providers

Bus operators

Euroairlines

Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Bocas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.90–$433.21

Tranceibosa Bocas del Toro

Phone:
+507 303 6326
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063564141610
Bus from Panama City to Changuinola
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.02–$35.68
Bus from Almirante to Changuinola
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.80–$5.99
Bus from Chiriquí to Changuinola
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.99–$20.48

Airlines

Air Panama

Website:
airpanama.com/home.php
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Changuinola
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$95.56–$331.28
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Bocas
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$433.21
Plane from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to David
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$305.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Panama City to El Empalme?

The cheapest way to get from Panama City to El Empalme is to bus which costs $11.96 - $30.43 and takes 12h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panama City to El Empalme?

The fastest way to get from Panama City to El Empalme is to fly which takes 1h 14m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Panama City and El Empalme?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Panama City and arriving at Changuinola. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 50m.

How far is it from Panama City to El Empalme?

The distance between Panama City and El Empalme is 342 km. The road distance is 607.2 km.

How do I travel from Panama City to El Empalme without a car?

The best way to get from Panama City to El Empalme without a car is to bus which takes 12h 50m and costs $11.96 - $30.43 .

How long does it take to get from Panama City to El Empalme?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Panama City to El Empalme, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panama City to El Empalme bus from?

Panama City to El Empalme bus services, operated by Tranceibosa Bocas del Toro, depart from Panama City station.

Bus or fly from Panama City to El Empalme?

The best way to get from Panama City to El Empalme is to fly which takes 1h 14m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $30.43 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Panama City to El Empalme bus arrive?

Panama City to El Empalme bus services, operated by Tranceibosa Bocas del Toro, arrive at Changuinola station.

Can I drive from Panama City to El Empalme?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama City to El Empalme is 607 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Panama City to El Empalme.

Which airlines fly from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport Airport to Changuinola Airport?

Air Panama offers flights from Albrook Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport Airport to Changuinola Airport.

Where can I stay near El Empalme?

There are 11+ hotels available in El Empalme. Prices start at $31.93 per night.
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