Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Bocas del Toro
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro Destination Reviews

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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro, Van Minivan + Ferry, The Panama Travel Tours, Nov 13, 2025
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Caribe Extreme
Minivan 5pax
Any time
+3h
€116.42
Van
Best Travel Puerto Viejo
Minivan
06:00
08:00
€18.11
Van
The Panama Travel Tours
Minivan + Ferry
07:28
09:40
€15.52
Van
Caribe Extreme
Minivan
07:50
09:50
€15.09
  4.0
Van
Travel Site
Economy
08:10
10:10
€12.94
Van
Best Travel Puerto Viejo
Minivan
09:00
10:30
€18.11
Van
The Panama Travel Tours
Economy
11:30
15:30
€19.15
Van
Caribe Extreme
Minivan
11:50
13:50
€15.09
  4.0
Van
Travel Site
Economy
12:10
14:10
€12.94
Van
Best Travel Puerto Viejo
Minivan
14:30
16:30
€18.11

How to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

When you want to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 147.97. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as EUR 21.56.

How far is Puerto Viejo de Talamanca from Bocas del Toro?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro. Your trip will be a total of 47 miles (75 km). The flying distance is 47 miles (75 km).

How long does it take to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro?

The travel time from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro?

The cost of the trip from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Travel Site: travelling by van expect to pay as low as EUR 21.56 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as EUR 147.97.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro:

  • Van price : EUR 21.56 - EUR 35.06;
  • Ferry+Van price: EUR 23.29 - EUR 74.18. From Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro starting from 08:00 Puerto Viejo Hotel Transfer until 12:00 Puerto Viejo Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 147.97 to EUR 147.97.

How many trips per day are there between Puerto Viejo de Talamanca and Bocas del Toro?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro depart during the day - there are approximately 10 departures a day.
  • 6 by Ferry+Van from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro starting from 08:00 Puerto Viejo Hotel Transfer until 12:00 Puerto Viejo Hotel Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 147.97.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 60% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 30% opted for a van.
  • 10% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

Facts about the transport from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Bocas del Toro

Cheapest Transport€22
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure2:30 PM
Departures per day17
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBest Travel Puerto Viejo, Caribe Extreme, Green Gold, Pleasure Ride, The Panama Travel Tours, Travel Site