Find coaches from San Jose, US to Panama City, US

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Next departures from San Jose to Panama City on 11 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Panama City Beach StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Panama City Beach StationFastest

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Bus San Jose, US to Panama City, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$194
Average bus trip duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:55
Distance2115 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to Panama City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Panama City, US

  1. What's the distance between San Jose and Panama City by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Panama City by coach is approximately 2124 miles (3425 km).

  2. How can I travel from San Jose to Panama City avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08/10
US$147
09/10
US$478
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US$206
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Panama City, US was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$147

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Panama City, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$147 to US$478 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Panama City, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$206, which is on 2025-10-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to Panama City but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to Panama City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Jose to Panama City.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Panama City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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