Bus from Boquete to David
Local microbuses · ~30-45 minutes · US$2-5 · Every 15-30 minutes + onward Panama City / Costa Rica / Bocas connections
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The Boquete → David return route is the standard transit for travelers heading to David's transit hub for onward connections.
Spring Bus connects you to operators on this route — frequent local microbuses ($2-5 USD, every 15-30 min).
Route details: Boquete to David
Travel time
45 min
Distance
40 km
Typical fare
$2 – $5 USD per person
Frequency
Frequent microbuses every 15-30 min
First departure
Approx. 5:30 AM
Last departure
Approx. 8:00 PM
Operators on this route
Local microbuses
Pickup at Boquete
Boquete central bus terminal
Drop-off at David
David central bus terminal — onward to Panama City (~6-7 h Pullman) or Costa Rica border (Paso Canoas, ~30 min)
About the journey
The Boquete → David return is the standard transit for travelers heading from Chiriquí highlands to David's transit hub for onward Panama City Pullman or Costa Rica border crossing or Bocas del Toro.
Travel tips for Boquete → David
- Frequent return service — every 15-30 min, minimal planning.
- Onward to Panama City — Padafront / Expreso Panamá Pullman from David (~6-7 h, $15-25 USD).
- Onward to Costa Rica via Paso Canoas border — local bus from David (~30 min, $3-8 USD).
- Onward to Bocas del Toro via Almirante — local bus from David (~3-4 h, $8-15 USD) + ferry.
- Onward to Volcán — local bus from David (~1 h, $2-5 USD).
- Currency: USD throughout.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Boquete to David?
**About 30-45 minutes** — same as inverse direction.
How much is the bus from Boquete to David?
**US$2-5 per person**.
What time do microbuses leave Boquete for David?
**Every 15-30 minutes during daytime** — typically 5:30 AM to 8 PM.
Can I continue to Costa Rica from Boquete same-day?
**Yes** — Boquete → David (~45 min) + David → Paso Canoas border (~30 min) + walk-across + Costa Rica buses. Total ~3-4 hours Boquete to Costa Rica side.
Can I continue to Bocas del Toro from Boquete?
**Yes** — Boquete → David (~45 min) + David → Almirante (~3-4 h, $8-15 USD) + ferry to Isla Colón (~30 min, $6 USD). Total Boquete-Bocas ~5-6 hours.
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