Traveling through a foreign country with few paved roads, confusing road signs, gigantic potholes, and constant traffic can be tough on a traveler.  So why have to worry about the details when you don’t have to?  Let the bus drivers do all the work as you sit back, put your head phones on, and zone out as you watch the countryside go by through the window of a bus. 

This could be the easiest way to Travel in Costa Rica.  It is easy on the budget and you get the real Costa Rican experience.  There are two ways to get around the country and they provide completely different experiences.  They are indirecto and directo.  If you have time to spare and would like to see the smaller villages of the country, indirecto is the way to go.  Be prepared for stops every 20 minutes and be sure to buy your ticket ahead of time as the drivers often pick people up to fill the isle way.  A ticket, for the most part, guarantees you a seat and on a 6 hour journey, standing could get uncomfortable.

Directo is very easy and only makes one stop at a roadside shop for a bathroom and food break.  The driver does not pick people up along the way, so the isle is kept clear and gives you a chance to stretch your legs.  Both services are no more than $6 (US) each way, so it is the best option for a budget. 

Taking the public bus is an excellent way to see the country and experience traveling a bit more like a Tico. If you are traveling throughout Costa Rica, in my opinion, you should take the bus at least once, just to say you have experienced it.  No one should ever be too prideful to try the bus at least once.  It is a great way to see everything the country has to offer and if you have time to spare why not.

 For the best online bus schedule go this website and look in the general information section and remember to buy your tickets ahead of time, especially on the weekends.

http://www.visitcostarica.com/ict/paginas/home.asp?ididioma=2

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Filed under: Travel on September 13th, 2007