What is the cheapest way to get from Paquera to Tambor?

The cheapest way to get from Paquera to Tambor is to bus and ferry which costs $18 - $24 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paquera to Tambor?

The fastest way to get from Paquera to Tambor is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $230 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Paquera and Tambor?

No, there is no direct bus from Paquera to Tambor. However, there are services departing from Paquera and arriving at Calle Vargas via Paquera, Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola and Alajuela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Paquera to Tambor?

The distance between Paquera and Tambor is 142 km. The road distance is 245 km.

How do I travel from Paquera to Tambor without a car?

The best way to get from Paquera to Tambor without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 34m and costs $18 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Paquera to Tambor?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Paquera to Tambor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paquera to Tambor bus from?

Paquera to Tambor bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, depart from Paquera station.

Where does the Paquera to Tambor bus arrive?

Paquera to Tambor bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, arrive at Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Can I drive from Paquera to Tambor?

Yes, the driving distance between Paquera to Tambor is 245 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Paquera to Tambor.

Where can I stay near Tambor?

There are 817+ hotels available in Tambor.

Paquera to Tambor - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Paquera to Tambor by plane, busferry, car, bus, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cobano (ACO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane ACO - SJO
1h 19m
$233–278
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Paquera to Terminal Atlántico Nortebusferry San Jose
7h 34m
$18–23
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Paquera to 35 M Este De Entrada A Urbanización Carmen Lyracar
2. Take the bus from 35 M Este De Entrada A Urbanización Carmen Lyra to Por El Cruce Del Coyolbus 500-B
3h 50m
$49–70
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tambor to San Joséshuttle Private
2. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to Terminal TUASA Alajuelabus 200 / ...
6h 6m
$317–621
Drive 245 km
1. Drive from Paquera to Tamborcar 245 km
4h 22m
$33–48

Cobano (ACO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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Distance: 142.1 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Paquera, Costa Rica and Tambor, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Cobano (ACO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) hourly. Alternatively, Transportes Cóbano operates a vehicle from Paquera to Terminal Atlántico Norte once daily. Tickets cost $16–21 and the journey takes 4h 21m.

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