If you’re flying into Havana Airport, but planning to go straight to Varadero then this is the guide for you. Varadero is a glorious beach paradise of white (and sometimes pink) sandy beaches and gorgeous turquoise clear water. You’ll find many of the great all-inclusive resorts here, but also a local vibe in the casa particulars here. However, I digress. This guide covers whether you’re going from Havana Airport to Varadero or Varadero to Havana Airport as you’ll need to know the best way to travel between these two locations. There are several options for transport between Havana Airport and Varadero, but what’s the best way to go from Havana Airport to Varadero? And what are the options for traveling to Varadero from Havana Airport? Here’s our guide on how to get to Varadero from Havana Airport.
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This pre-bookable transfer from Havana Airport to Varadero is the easiest way to travel this route. It gets great reviews, you can prepay it and relax.
Exactly How to Go from Havana Airport to Varadero
In this guide on how to go from Havana Airport to Varadero, we’ll cover the fastest way to travel from Havana Airport to Varadero, the easiest way to go to Varadero from Havana Airport, and the cheapest way to get to Varadero from Havana Airport, as well as the most iconic way to get to Varadero from Havana Airport. Our guide to the top things to do in Varadero is here.
5 Ways to get from Havana Airport to Varadero
For transport from Varadero to Havana Airport, then you have several options. You can take a bus from Havana Airport to Varadero, you can also take a shared shuttle service to Varadero from Havana Airport. You can take a taxi to Varadero from Havana Airport, or you can make your trip special and take a classic car from Havana Airport to Varadero, or you can take a shared Cuban taxi, a colectivo to Varadero from Havana Airport. The final option on how to go to Varadero from Havana Airport is to rent a car and drive yourself there.
The quickest (and easiest) way to go to Varadero from Havana Airport is to take a pre-arranged transfer. They’ll pick you (and your luggage) up from the airport at the pre-arranged time and drop you at your hotel or casa particular in Varadero. You can book a private transfer to Varadero from Havana Airport here.
1. Taxi from Havana Airport to Varadero
Taking a private taxi to Varadero from Havana Airport is the fastest way to go to Varadero. There’s no haggling or negotiating outside the airport. You’ll simply turn up, look for your name on a board and you’re off. Check the rates here.
Even better, you can prepay on a card, which reduces your need to carry more cash with you while traveling. Easy.
A pre-arranged taxi to Varadero from Havana Airport is the most comfortable way to travel. It takes about 2.5 hours to drive to Varadero from Havana Airport. You can check prices for Havana Airport to Varadero taxis here.
There are three ways of organizing a taxi to Varadero from Havana Airport
- You can pre-book a transfer from Havana Airport to Varadero here and pay (safely) online ahead of time – with cancellation up to 24 hours before travel.
- You can ask your hotel or Casa Particular owner to book one for you. It will be *about* the same price as what you pay online, but you will need to pay in cash. US dollars, Euros, Canadian dollars, or Pounds Sterling will likely be accepted, but you should check.
- If you’re starting from Varadero and going to Havana airport then you can find a taxi on the street near where you are staying and negotiate with them, this might be slightly cheaper than the other options. Or it might not. It depends on your negotiation skills. If you’re anything like me this is the option that I’d find the hardest – primarily because I have a plane to catch and I want a bit (who am I kidding, a LOT) more certainty on my transport!
2. The most iconic way to go from Havana Airport to Varadero
The most iconic way to travel to Varadero from Havana Airport is to go in a classic car. You should be aware, however, that this will not be as comfortable as a modern car and it may not have air conditioning.
Check rates for a classic car transfer from Havana Airport to Varadero here.
It may also take a little longer to travel the distance to Varadero from Havana Airport as the speed of the car is likely to be a little slower.
3. Shared Shuttles from Havana Airport to Varadero
You can book a shared taxi or shared shuttle from Havana Airport to Varadero. The length of time this takes depends on where you’re all going to in Varadero, but it won’t be much longer than a private transfer. The cost will also depend on how many are going. You can lock in a price for a shared transfer from Havana Airport to Varadero here.
4. Bus from Havana Airport to Varadero
The Viazul Bus is one of the best ways to go from Havana Airport to Varadero. However (and there are always “howevers” in Cuba), there are very few buses that go from Havana Airport to Varadero. There’s exactly TWO buses a day that go from Havana Airport to Varadero.
You can check the latest schedules for the Viazul Bus here.
You must also check in 1 hour in advance of your bus departure time to confirm your seat. And you must have also bought your ticket before this time. You can buy Viazul tickets online here, at their website. And I recommend that you read our guide to the Viazul bus service here.
If you’re returning from Varadero to Havana Airport, then there is also a single bus that runs this route each day and you’ll need to get to the Varadero bus station to catch it.
The Viazul Bus Station in Varadero is located at Calle 36 y Autopista de Varadero
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It’s about 165 kilometers (102 miles) by road from Havana Airport to Varadero and the bus from Havana Airport to Varadero is one of the easiest ways to go from Havana Airport to Varadero. It takes about 4.5 hours (yes, four and a half hours) to go from Havana Airport to Varadero by bus and there is one bus a day from Havana Airport to Varadero. There are stops at Matanzas and also Varadero Airport. These buses to Varadero from Havana Airport are air-conditioned and you can book online here. There is NO seat allocation, it is first come first served at the bus station when you board the bus. It doesn’t matter what it says on your ticket. Viazul Buses to Varadero from Havana Airport cost 15 EUROS.
Check availability, prices, and book seats on buses from Havana Airport to Varadero here.
5. Rent a Car and Drive from Havana Airport to Varadero
You’re unlikely to be able to rent a car online for your visit to Cuba, but if you want the freedom of traveling when and where you want, then this is the most independent option. Note that you’ll be responsible for any damage to the car while you’re the renter and you always make sure it’s parked somewhere safe (and someone is looking after it). I recommend you read our guide to Cuban Car rental here.
The quickest way to get from Havana Airport to Varadero
The time it will take you to get to Varadero from Havana Airport depends on where you are staying in Varadero. The quickest way is to take a direct transfer or taxi, it takes about 2.5 hours to drive to Varadero from Havana Airport, depending, of course, on where you are staying in Varadero. Viazul Buses take around 4.5 hours. You can book a private transfer from Havana Airport to Varadero here.
The easiest way to go to Varadero from Havana Airport
The easiest way to get from Havana Airport to Varadero again depends on where you are staying in Varadero. It is easiest to get a door-to-door transfer, (you can check the rates here).
The cheapest way to go from Havana Airport to Varadero
The cheapest way to get to Varadero from Havana Airport is to take the Viazul Bus – reserve your seats here.
The best way to go from Havana Airport to Varadero
The best way, I think, to travel between Havana Airport and Varadero is to book a transfer.
FAQs on travel from Havana Airport to Varadero
Got questions about going from Havana Airport to Varadero? Or want to know more about how to go to Varadero from Havana Airport and we haven’t answered your questions? Check out our frequently asked questions about transport between Havana Airport and Varadero below, or ask us yours in the comments.
How much does a taxi from Havana Airport to Varadero cost?
You’ll pay around US$135-US$140 for a taxi from Havana Airport to Varadero. You should check with the driver if you’re negotiating at the airport what currencies they will accept.
Where do I get a taxi from at Havana Airport?
You’ll find taxis waiting outside Terminal 3 at Havana Airport. This is where all international flights land. You can’t miss them.
How much is the bus from Havana Airport to Varadero?
The Viazul Bus to Varadero from Havana Airport costs 15 EUROS
Where does the Viazul Bus at Havana Airport leave from?
You’ll find the Viazul bus outside Terminal 3. You can’t miss it.
Is there Uber at Havana Airport?
No. There’s no Uber in Cuba.
Is there a Train from Havana Airport to Varadero
No. There’s no viable train option when it comes to traveling from Havana Airport to Varadero. The closest train station to the airport is in Havana. And the closest train station to Varadero is in Matanzas.
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Final Words on How to Go from Havana Airport to Varadero
Going to Varadero from Havana Airport is an easy trip to take. If you arrive at the right time you can take the Viazul Bus, but remember there is only one a day in both directions. You will always find taxis at the airport in Havana and once you’re in Varadero someone will always be able to find a taxi for you to go back to Havana Airport. No matter how you choose to go from Havana Airport to Varadero, sit back, relax, and enjoy the trip!
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