Facts about the transport from San Jose to Cartago Province
| Cheapest Transport | $6 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h |
| Earliest Departure | 5:15 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 26 |
| Distance | 50 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Coach Costa Rica, Transtusa |
San Jose to Cartago Province
Best Options
$6
$200
Other Options
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Transportation from San Jose to Cartago Province
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Buses$ 5.48
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Taxis$ 199.49
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
Popular Routes in Costa Rica
How to get from San Jose to Cartago Province
Travelling between San Jose and Cartago Province is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 199.49 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 5.48.
How long does it take to get from San Jose to Cartago Province?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 3 hours to travel between San Jose and Cartago Province depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between San Jose and Cartago Province. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 2h 30m to reach Cartago Province.
How much does it cost to get from San Jose to Cartago Province?
Travelling between San Jose and Cartago Province can be as cheap as USD 5.48 if you opt for a Transtusa bus and as expensive as USD 199.49 if you buy a Coach Costa Rica taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between San Jose and Cartago Province ?
- 25 from San Jose to Cartago Province starting from 05:15 Transtusa San Jose until 22:00 Transtusa San Jose
- 1 from San Jose to Cartago Province starting from 00:00 San Jose Hotel Transfer until 00:00 San Jose Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from San Jose to Cartago Province.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from San Jose to Cartago Province overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between San Jose and Cartago Province
Transtusa
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between San Jose and Cartago Province
Coach Costa Rica
What is the most popular transport to get from San Jose to Cartago Province?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus