Bus from Las Tablas to Pedasí
Local bus · ~45 min · $2–$5 USD · frequent through the day
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The Las Tablas to Pedasí bus is the local link from the Azuero's provincial capital out to the laid-back beach town on the peninsula's southeastern tip. These are small, frequent local buses rather than long-distance coaches, leaving from the Las Tablas terminal and running the coastal road for a fare of just $2–$5. The trip takes about 45 minutes over roughly 42 km. Many travelers arrive in Las Tablas on a long-distance bus from Panama City or Chitré and transfer here for the final hop to the coast.
Because these are local buses, expect stops along the route and plan to pay the driver or conductor in cash on board. Service is frequent during daylight but thins out by evening, so aim to travel during the day, especially if you're connecting off a long-distance bus. Pedasí is a small, walkable town, and the bus drops you along its main street within easy reach of guesthouses and the road out to the beaches. If you're heading to Playa Venao or out to Isla Iguana, you'll arrange that onward leg locally once you arrive.
Route details: Las Tablas to Pedasí
Travel time
45 min
Distance
42 km
Typical fare
$2 – $5 USD per person
Frequency
Frequent local buses through the day
First departure
Approx. 6:30 AM
Last departure
Approx. 6:30 PM
Operators on this route
Las Tablas–Pedasí local buses
Pickup at Las Tablas
Las Tablas bus terminal, the Los Santos capital on the Azuero peninsula
Drop-off at Pedasí
Pedasí main street stop, in the center of the Azuero beach town
About the journey
Heading for the coast, this local bus runs from the Azuero capital of Las Tablas down to the easygoing beach town of Pedasí. Leaving the busy Las Tablas terminal, the small bus follows the coastal road south through the dry, rolling countryside of Los Santos province, passing little farming villages and stretches of cattle pasture with the Pacific glinting off to the east. The roughly 42 km run takes about 45 minutes on a good paved road. Pedasí, your destination, is the gateway to some of the Azuero's best-loved spots: Isla Iguana with its snorkeling, the surf beach at Playa Venao, and quiet stretches of coast popular with travelers seeking a slower pace. After the festival bustle of Las Tablas, the ride into Pedasí feels like a wind-down toward the warm, breezy edge of the peninsula.
Travel tips for Las Tablas → Pedasí
- Transfer at the Las Tablas terminal. If you've arrived from Panama City or Chitré, the local Pedasí bus leaves from the same Las Tablas terminal, so check its timing when you get in.
- Pay in cash on board. The $2–$5 fare is paid to the driver or conductor, so have small US dollars and coins ready since there's no ticket window for the local bus.
- Travel during the day. Buses run frequently in daylight but taper off by evening, so take an earlier service to be sure of a ride to the coast.
- Pack light for the local bus. These are small buses, so keep your luggage manageable and with you rather than expecting a separate cargo hold.
- Arrange beach trips in Pedasí. Pedasí is the gateway to Isla Iguana and Playa Venao, so sort out boats or onward rides to the beaches locally once you arrive.
- Allow buffer off a long-distance bus. Local Pedasí departures don't always line up exactly with arriving long-distance coaches, so leave a little time for the transfer in Las Tablas.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Las Tablas to Pedasí bus take?
About 45 minutes over roughly 42 km on the coastal road. A few local stops along the way can add a little time.
How much is the fare?
Just $2–$5 USD, paid in cash to the driver or conductor on board. Panama uses the US dollar, so bring small bills and coins.
How often do buses leave Las Tablas for Pedasí?
Frequently through the day, from around 6:30 AM until early evening, roughly 6:30 PM. Service thins out after dark, so travel in daylight.
Where does the bus drop me in Pedasí?
Along the main street in the center of town, within easy walking distance of guesthouses and the roads out to the beaches. Pedasí is small and walkable.
Can I get to Playa Venao or Isla Iguana from Pedasí?
Yes. Pedasí is the gateway to both. You arrange the onward boat to Isla Iguana or transport to Playa Venao locally once you arrive in town.
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