Cities Near Limón
Cities near Limón, CR: 7 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including San José, David, Nueva Guinea. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Limón, CR is San José, about 71 mi (115 km) away — roughly 2 hr 8 min by road. Below, 7 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San José | 71 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| David | 116 mi / 186 km | 2 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nueva Guinea | 152 mi / 244 km | 3 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| San Andrés | 201 mi / 323 km | 4 hr 22 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Juigalpa | 215 mi / 346 km | 4 hr 42 min | 54 min | Short break |
| Colón | 218 mi / 351 km | 4 hr 45 min | 54 min | Short break |
| La Chorrera | 235 mi / 378 km | 5 hr 7 min | 56 min | Short break |
Day trips from Limón
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: San José. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Limón
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: David, Nueva Guinea. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Limón include San José, David, Nueva Guinea, San Andrés, Juigalpa. The closest is San José, about 71 miles (115 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.