Last updated on February 26th, 2024 at 06:53 am
How To Get From Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio Best Way – You can go by bus, van, taxi, rent a car and private transfer plus the boat.
What Is The Distance From Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio?
The distance from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is 215 kilometers. Click here to book online Manuel Antonio activities and Day Trips
The travel time by car from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is around 1 hour 45 minutes plus one hour by boat from Drake Bay to Sierpe. Read here how to get from Manuel Antonio to Drake Bay the reverse way
What Is The Cheapest Way From Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio?
The cheapest way from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is by boat you can book online plus a bus for $11 USD and the travel time will be around 4 hours and 30 minutes.
What Is The Best Way From Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio?
The best way from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is by boat you can book online plus a shared van for $45 USD you can book online and it will take 2 hours.
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WHERE TO STAY IN MANUEL ANTONIO
There are dormitory rooms where you can rent the bed for as low as $15 USD a night if you want the cheapest option in Manuel Antonio. 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 DRAKE BAY TO MANUEL ANTONIO
First, you will have to take the boat from Drake Bay to Sierpe. Once in Sierpe, you can go by bus, rent a car or by the shared van going to Manuel Antonio.
BOAT SCHEDULE FROM DRAKE BAY TO SIERPE
The boat departure is from the beach at Drake Bay and gets to Donde Jorge (Sierpe Port) where you can get your shared van, and your car just in case you parked there, go to the bus or just get your accommodation within walking distance.
There are two daily boats from Drake Bay to Sierpe. The boat schedule from Drake Bay to Sierpe is leaving at 7 am and 2 pm. The boat takes around 1 hour and you can book online. Or you can buy the ticket at the beach and you will have to stay 15-30 minutes before the departure.
If you are bringing devices like laptops, cameras and other gadgets make sure you cover them properly using a dry back or wrapping them with plastics. The boat can get wet and they aren’t covering your belongings so make sure you are aware of this!
TRAVEL TIP – In high season we will recommend you book online your spot in the boat since there are not many seats available.
BY SHARED VAN FROM DRAKE BAY TO MANUEL ANTONIO (BEST WAY)
The best way from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is by shared van direct to your hotel. The van travel time from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is around 2 hours.
The van fare from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is $45 USD and you can book online. The shared vans are leaving at 9 45 am perfect if you get the first boat!
BUS FROM SIERPE TO MANUEL ANTONIO (CHEAPEST WAY)
The cheapest way from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is by bus. There is no direct bus from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio. First, you will have to ride a local bus from Sierpe to Quepos. Once in Quepos you will have to take a bus from Quepos to Manuel Antonio.
BUS SCHEDULE FROM SIERPE TO QUEPOS
The bus schedule from Sierpe to Quepos is at 6 am getting to Quepos at 8 15 am. Check Tracopa Bus schedule and route here!
There is only one direct bus from Sierpe to Quepos but if not you can transfer from Sierpe to Dominical and Palmar Norte and take the bus ride from Dominical or Palmar Norte to Quepos.
The bus travel time from Sierpe to Quepos is 2 hours and 15 minutes up to 3 hours depending if you get the direct bus. The bus fare from Sierpe to Quepos is around $10 USD.
BUS SCHEDULE FROM QUEPOS TO MANUEL ANTONIO
The bus schedule from Quepos to Manuel Antonio is every 30-60 minutes starting at 4 am. The bus travel time from Quepos to Manuel Antonio is around 15 minutes ride. The bus fare from Quepos to Manuel Antonio is around $1 USD.
The total bus travel time from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is around 3 hours and 45 minutes (could be longer depending on the waiting time). The total bus fare from Sierpe to Manuel Antonio is around $11 USD.
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM SIERPE TO MANUEL ANTONIO
Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort. Prices are around $190 USD and you can fit up to 6 people. It could be $32 USD per person.
BEST WAY FROM DRAKE BAY TO MANUEL ANTONIO BUS VS VAN PROS AND CONS
The best way from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is by boat you can book online plus a bus for $11 USD if you go on a budget for a total of 3 hours and 45 minutes travel time and around $45 USD.
The best way from Drake Bay to Manuel Antonio is by boat (book online here) plus a shared van for $45 USD you can book online if you prefer comfort and it will take around 4 hours and it will cost around $80 USD.
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