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

Last updated on March 13th, 2023 at 04:36 pm

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

What Is The Distance From Samana to Santiago?

The distance from Samana to Santiago is 195 kilometers. Click here to book online Dominican Republic activities and day trips

The travel time by taxi from Samana to Santiago is around 3 hours and 45 minutes. The taxi fare from Samana to Santiago is around $180 USD. Read here how to get from Samana to Santiago the reverse way.

What Is The Cheapest Way From Samana to Santiago?

The cheapest way from Samana to Santiago is by bus for $8 USD. The bus travel time from Samana to Santiago is around 4 hours and 30 minutes.

What Is The Best Way From Samana to Santiago?

The best way from Samana to Santiago is by shared van for $32 USD to your hotel and you can book online. The van travel time from Samana to Santiago is around 4 hours.

You can also rent a car in Samana or get a private transfer.

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.

Holafly Dominican Republic eSim for $27 USD with 2.5 GB data. For $34 USD for 7 days with 3.5 GB data. And for $37 USD for 10 days with 5 GB data. For $47 USD for 15 days with 7.5 GB data. Use our discount code GAMINTRAVELER. You can get an eSim for Dominican Republic for €24 with 4 GB data valid for 14 days with MTX Connect eSim.

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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BOOK YOUR TRAVEL INSURANCE

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HOW TO GET FROM SAMANA TO SANTIAGO DE LOS CABALLEROS

SHARED VAN FROM SAMANA TO SANTIAGO (BEST WAY)

The best way from Samana to Santiago is by shared van direct to your hotel. The van travel time from Samana to Santiago is 4 hours.

The van fare from Samana to Santiago is $32 USD and you can book online.

BUS FROM SAMANA TO SANTIAGO (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Samana to Santiago is by bus. You will have to get a local bus from Samana to Las Terrenas and from Las Terrenas to Santiago.

GUAGUA FROM SAMANA TO LAS TERRENAS

You will have to get a local Guagua from Samana to Las Terrenas 100 DOP which is $2 USD and 45 minutes travel time.

BUS SCHEDULE FROM LAS TERRENAS TO SANTIAGO

Once in Las Terrenas you will have to get a direct bus from Las Terrenas to Santiago. The bus schedule from Las Terrenas to Santiago is starting from 6 am, 8 15 am and 12 40 pm. You can check here schedule and prices!

The bus from Las Terrenas to Santiago travel time is 3 hours and 40 minutes. The bus fare from Las Terrenas to Santiago is 300 DOP which is $6 USD perfect for travelers on a budget.

The total travel time from Samana to Santiago by bus is around 4 hours and 30 minutes. The total bus fare from Samana to Santiago is $8 USD.

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BY TAXI FROM SAMANA TO SANTIAGO

If you go from Samana to Santiago by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi from Samana to Santiago is around 3 hours and 45 minutes.

The taxi fare from Samana to Santiago is around $180 USD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic/distance and your final destination.

UBER FROM SAMANA 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 in the airport. Expect to pay around $180 USD depending on your destination and time of the day with from Samana to Santiago.

CAR RENTAL AT SAMANA

There are many options for renting a car in Samana. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Samana. It will take you 3 hours and 45 minutes to get from Samana to Santiago in a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz and Avis available and prices are around $40 USD per day.

PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM SAMANA 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 are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort. Prices are around $180 USD and you will be able to get direct to your hotel in Santiago.

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BEST WAY FROM SAMANA TO SANTIAGO

PUBLIC BUS VS SHARED VAN

The best way from Samana to Santiago is by shared van or airport shuttle for $32 USD you can book online and you will get to your accommodation in 4 hours.

The best way from Samana to Santiago if you look for comfort is getting private transportation, Uber or a taxi since the distances are far and you will get in your accommodation in 3 hours and 45 minutes for around $180 USD especially great idea if you are traveling with someone.

The best way from Samana to Santiago if you are traveling on a budget is getting the bus going from Samana to Las Terrenas and a bus to Santiago. The total bus fare is around $8 USD and 4 hours and 30 minutes great option if you are traveling alone.

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WHERE TO STAY IN SAMANA

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 cost up to $30-40 USD a night while mid-range hotels cost 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 the Dominican Republic is from December to April because of easier transport. 

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CASH AND ATMS 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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