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Visiting the Colon Free Zone

The Colon Free Zone is located on the Atlantic side of the Isthmus. It is possible to travel there from Panama City, located on the Pacific side, by automobile, train or bus. Cars may easily be rented upon arrival at Tocumen International Airport and their rates range from $45 dollars per day. Colon is located about two hours by road from the airport or one and a half hours from Panama City. Taxis are available from Tocumen Airport or city hotels and charge approximately $60 for one to four persons for a one-way trip.

Traveling by bus is cheaper Traveling by bus is cheaper. Air conditioned express buses leave for Colon every half hour until 11 a.m. and thereafter, every hour on the hour.

They charge $2.50 for a one-way trip. The non-stop journey takes one hour and fifteen minutes.

Regular, non air-conditioned buses are also available. They charge $1.50 each way and take longer due to constant stopping along the route.

Another option is the railroad. The train leaves the terminal in Corozal at 7:15 a.m. and returns from Colon at 5:15 p.m., arriving in Panama City at 6:15 p.m. A return ticket costs $44, a one way ticket costs $22.


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