Ocean Freight Route

Santo Tomas de CastillaPuerto Caldera

GTPBR
CRPCA
Distance
416 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Guatemala and Costa Rica.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

GT
Origin Port

Santo Tomas de Castilla

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Dedicated container berths with ship-to-shore gantry cranes
  • Refrigerated storage facilities supporting agri-food exports
  • On-dock customs and inspection facilities for faster clearance
  • Road-connected yards providing immediate access to Guatemala’s interior

Key Exports

Bananas and other fresh fruitCoffee and agricultural productsSugar and foodstuffsPalm oil and vegetable oilsManufactured goods and textiles

Export Compliance

Exporters must comply with Guatemalan customs regulations and submit complete commercial, packing, and origin documentation.

CR
Destination Port

Puerto Caldera

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Multiple deep-water berths with drafts suitable for Panamax-class vessels
  • On-dock yard featuring rubber-tired gantry cranes and reach stackers
  • Good road connectivity to San José via Route 27
  • On-terminal refrigerated container points for perishable exports

Key Imports

Machinery and industrial equipmentVehicles and automotive partsConsumer goods and retail merchandiseConstruction materials and steel productsChemicals and fertilizers

Import Regulations

Incoming shipments must comply with Costa Rican customs valuation rules and tariff classifications.

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