Find coaches from San José, CR to Puntarenas

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Next departures from San José to Puntarenas on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transporte del Sol
    		TERMINAL 7-10 CR
    		JMS Puntarenas Gas StationCheapestFastest

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    Get from San José to Puntarenas

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1bus per day
    1hAverage duration
    72 kmDistance
    2kgCO₂ emissions

    Bus San José, CR to Puntarenas: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$30
    Average bus trip duration1h
    Number of daily buses1
    Earliest bus departure01:00
    Distance71 km

    San José to Puntarenas Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip San José, CR - Puntarenas

    1. How much does a bus ticket from San José to Puntarenas cost?

      The bus ticket price from San José to Puntarenas starts at US$30. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San José to Puntarenas is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

    2. How long is the bus ride from San José to Puntarenas?

      The average travel time between San José and Puntarenas is around 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 83 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between San José and Puntarenas?

      The number of buses from San José to Puntarenas can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San José to Puntarenas by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from San José to Puntarenas?

      When taking the bus from San José to Puntarenas, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transporte del Sol.

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

    You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$30 for a bus ticket from San José, CR to Puntarenas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-11-03.

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    Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San José to Puntarenas, get comfy and count the stars.

    Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San José to Puntarenas will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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