How To Get From Puerto Plata to Santiago – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on March 13th, 2023 at 05:27 pm

How To Get From Puerto Plata to Santiago – You can go by bus, van, taxi and private transfer.

What Is The Distance From Puerto Plata to Santiago?

The distance from Puerto Plata to Santiago is 72 kilometers. Click here to book online Dominican Republic activities and day trips

The travel time by taxi from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around 1 hour and 15 minutes. The taxi fare from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around $40 USD. Read here how to get from Santiago to Puerto Plata the reverse way.

What Is The Cheapest Way From Puerto Plata to Santiago?

The cheapest way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is by bus for $3 USD. The bus travel time from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What Is The Best Way From Puerto Plata to Santiago?

The best way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is by shared van for $35 USD to your hotel and you can book online. The van travel time from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

You can also rent a car in Puerto Plata or get a private transfer for $100 USD up to 5 people.

SIM CARD AT PUNTA CANA AIRPORT

I wouldn’t recommend you buy a sim card at Punta Cana airport. If you wish comfort you can buy eSim online and if you aren’t in a hurry just go around phone shops in the city and compare prices to buy the cheapest sim card in Punta Cana. Read here best Dominican Republic sim card for tourist and best Dominican Republic eSim

You can find the cheapest Dominican Republic eSim with Airalo Dominican Republic eSim prepaid for $9 USD with 1 GB data valid for 7 days (USING DISCOUNT CODE GAMINTRAVELER 10%). GigSky Dominican Republic eSim for $8 USD with 1 GB data valid for 7 days. For $30 USD with 5 GB data valid for 30 days.

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WHERE TO STAY IN SANTIAGO

There are dormitory rooms that you can rent the bed for as low as $10 USD a night if you want the cheapest option in Santiago. Double-room hostels can cost up to $30-40 USD a night while mid-range hotels cost more or less $80 USD a night.

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HOW TO GET FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

SHARED VAN FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO (BEST WAY)

The best way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is by shared van direct to your hotel. The van travel time from Puerto Plata to Santiago is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The van fare from Puerto Plata to Santiago is $35 USD and you can book online.

BUS FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is by bus. You will have to get a local bus from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around 1 hour and 30 minutes travel time.

METRO BUS SCHEDULE FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

The bus schedule from Puerto Plata to Santiago with Metro Bus is starting from 7 am, 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm. You can check here schedule and prices!

The bus from Puerto Plata to Santiago travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes. The bus fare from Puerto Plata to Santiago is 150 DOP which is $3 USD perfect for travelers on a budget.

You can get the bus at Puerto Plata Metro Bus Terminal at Calle Beller corner with 16 de Agosto near the beach area and city center in Puerto Plata and get to Santiago Metro Bus Terminal at Avenida Juan Pablo Duarte corner with Maimon Street and you will get in 

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BY TAXI FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

If you go from Puerto Plata to Santiago by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around 1 hour and 15 minutes.

The taxi fare from Puerto Plata to Santiago is around $35-40 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic/distance and your final destination.

UBER FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

If you are ordering Uber in Dominican Republic you should know that prices are similar than taxi can be little bit cheaper for short distances. You can pre book with Uber app from your phone and going to the pick up point. Expect to pay around $40 USD depending on your destination and time of the day from Puerto Plata to Santiago.

CAR RENTAL AT PUERTO PLATA

There are many options for renting a car in Puerto Plata. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Santiago De Los Caballeros. It will take you 1 hour and 15 minutes to get from Puerto Plata to Santiago De Los Caballeros in a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis available and prices are around $40 USD per day.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey or can be affordable depending of the hotel. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort. Prices are around $100 USD for up to 5 people which is $20 USD per personand you will be able to get direct to your hotel in Santiago.

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BEST WAY FROM PUERTO PLATA TO SANTIAGO

PUBLIC BUS VS SHARED VAN

The best way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is by shared van or airport shuttle for $35 USD you can book online and you will get to your accommodation in 1 hour and 30 minutes.

The best way from Puerto Plata to Santiago is getting private transportation, Uber or a taxi since the distances are far. You will get in your accommodation in 1 hour and 15 minutes for around $40 USD especially a great idea if you are traveling with someone.

If you are traveling on a budget you can get the bus going from Puerto Plata to Santiago and the total bus fare is around $3 USD great option if you are traveling alone.

WHERE TO STAY IN SANTIAGO

There are dormitory rooms that you can rent the bed for as low as $10 USD a night if you want the cheapest option. AirBnb are also available, mostly for about $20-25 USD a night. Double room hostels can costs up to $30-40 USD a night while mid-range hotels costs more or less $80 USD a night.

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FOOD BUDGET TRAVEL IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

You can find local meals in Dominican Republic around $3-4 USD per person. At lunch you might want a chicken sandwich for $5 USD salad, burger and pizza with a fresh fruit drink for $7-10 USD. You can have a budget of $15-20 USD a day and it can already get you more then enough decent meals in Dominican Republic.

BEST TIME TO VISIT DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

In Dominican Republic their summer (December to April), there are fewer rains than normal. In their winter (May to November), rains are almost non-stop. For most tourists best time to visit Dominican Republic is  from December to April because of easier transport. 

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CASH AND ATM IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

The currency of Dominican Republic is called Dominican Pesos and as of now, $1 USD is worth 57 DOP Dominican Pesos. Do not exchange your currency at the airport because you’ll get less than what you’ll get with the city’s exchange. Anyway if you are bringing USD you can use them while traveling around Dominican Republic no need to exchange them.

Bank or debit cards in an ATM are the recommended way to access your funds while traveling in Dominican Republic. Know real-time currency exchange here!

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