Bus fare increases effective May 26, 2026

The regulator has approved an increase in bus and taxi fares effective May 26 because of rising fuel prices. The fare between San José and & Puerto Viejo is now 6,975₡, an increase of 5.4%. Other fares have gone up as well such as San José - Cahuita 5,995₡ and local fares between Puerto Viejo to Cocles, Chiquita Punta Uva and Manzanillo will now be 850₡. You can see all the fares and schedules on our transport pages.
El regulador (ARESEP) ha aprobado un aumento de las tarifas de autobús y taxi, con efecto a partir del 26 de mayo, debido al incremento de los precios del combustible. El precio del trayecto entre San José y Puerto Viejo es ahora de 6.975 ₡, lo que supone un aumento del 5,4 %. También han subido otras tarifas, como la de San José a Cahuita 5.995 ₡, y las tarifas locales entre Puerto Viejo y Cocles, Chiquita, Punta Uva y Manzanillo, que ahora serán de 850 ₡. Puedes consultar todas las tarifas y horarios en nuestras páginas de transporte.
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