San José ⇄ Puerto Viejo de Talamanca — Costa Rica

San José ⇄ Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

🏢 Terminal Atlántico Norte

Official MEPE departures from Terminal Atlántico Norte in San José at 6:00, 8:00 and 10:00 AM, 2:00 and 4:00 PM daily. From about $14 (₡7,230).

Dive into Caribbean culture, black-sand beaches and Afro-Caribbean vibes with Autotransportes MEPE, departing from Terminal Atlántico Norte in San José. The bus stops briefly in Limón and in Cahuita before reaching Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

📅 Bus Schedule

DepartureEst. ArrivalCompanyTerminalDaysPrice
6:00 AM~10:30 AMMEPETerminal Atlántico NorteDaily~$14
8:00 AM~12:30 PMMEPETerminal Atlántico NorteDaily~$14
10:00 AM~2:30 PMMEPETerminal Atlántico NorteDaily~$14
2:00 PM~6:30 PMMEPETerminal Atlántico NorteDaily~$14
4:00 PM~8:30 PMMEPETerminal Atlántico NorteDaily~$14

⚠️ Schedules are verified but may change. Always confirm at the terminal. Company/terminal last verified: September 2026.

💵 This company doesn't sell tickets online — pay in cash (colones) at the terminal before boarding.

↩️ How to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to San José

The Return Bus Journey

If you are searching for the bus schedule from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca back to San José, you will generally use the same bus company listed above. Return buses typically depart from the main local terminal in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca in the morning and afternoon.

  • Departure Point: The main bus station in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca. Ask your hotel receptionist for the exact walking directions.
  • Tickets: Buy them at the local terminal at least 30 minutes before departure.
  • Duration: The travel time back to San José is roughly the same as the inbound trip.

Note: Schedules change frequently. Always confirm your return ticket time when you first arrive in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

💡 Traveler Tips for This Route

🎒Pack light — overhead bins are small and luggage sometimes goes in the hold (free).
🪙Buy your ticket with Costa Rican colones (₡). USD may not be accepted.
⏰Arrive at the terminal at least 30 minutes before departure, especially on Fridays and holiday periods.
🌧️During rainy season (May–Nov), carry a light rain jacket — buses can be cold with AC and it rains at destinations.
📱Download maps.me or Google Maps offline for your destination before you go — cell signal can be spotty in rural areas.
👀Watch your bags at bus terminals in San José. Keep your backpack in your lap during the journey.

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