Bus from Colón to Panama City
Local Pullman / express · ~1.5 hours via Corredor Norte · US$3-5 · Frequent + PTY airport connection
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The Colón → Panama City return route is the standard transit for travelers ending their Atlantic coast day trip.
Spring Bus connects you to operators on this route — frequent local Pullman / express buses ($3-5 USD, every 30-60 min).
Route details: Colón to Panama City
Travel time
1 h 30 min
Distance
80 km
Typical fare
$3 – $5 USD per person
Frequency
Frequent buses every 30-60 min
First departure
Approx. 5:30 AM
Last departure
Approx. 8:00 PM
Operators on this route
Local Pullman / express bus
Pickup at Colón
Colón central bus terminal
Drop-off at Panama City
Albrook Gran Terminal de Transportes + onward to PTY Tocumen airport
About the journey
The Colón → Panama City return is the standard transit for travelers ending their Atlantic coast day trip + heading to PTY airport or other destinations.
Travel tips for Colón → Panama City
- Frequent return service — every 30-60 min from 5:30 AM to 8 PM.
- Day-trip travelers: return ~4-6 PM for evening Panama City.
- Onward to PTY Tocumen airport — taxi from Albrook (~30-45 min, $20-40 USD).
- Onward to Bocas del Toro — Air Panama flight (~1 h, $80-150 USD) or overnight Pullman + ferry.
- Don't linger at Colón terminal after dark — quick transit recommended.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Colón to Panama City?
**About 1.5 hours** — same as inverse direction.
How much is the bus from Colón to Panama City?
**US$3-5 per person**.
What time do buses leave Colón for Panama City?
**Frequent — every 30-60 minutes during daytime** from 5:30 AM to 8 PM.
Can I make PTY airport same-day from Colón?
**Yes** — bus to Albrook (~1.5 h) + taxi to PTY Tocumen airport (~30-45 min). Total ~2-2.5 hours Colón to airport.
Can I continue from Colón to Boquete or Bocas same-day?
**Possible for Bocas del Toro via Air Panama flight** from Panama City. **Boquete requires overnight Pullman** from Panama City.
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