What is the cheapest way to get from Playa Matapalo to San José?

The cheapest way to get from Playa Matapalo to San José is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Playa Matapalo to San José?

The fastest way to get from Playa Matapalo to San José is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $21 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Playa Matapalo and San José?

No, there is no direct bus from Playa Matapalo to San José. However, there are services departing from Herradura and arriving at San José via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Playa Matapalo to San José?

The distance between Playa Matapalo and San José is 97 km. The road distance is 96.8 km.

How do I travel from Playa Matapalo to San José without a car?

The best way to get from Playa Matapalo to San José without a car is to bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $21 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Playa Matapalo to San José?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Playa Matapalo to San José, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Playa Matapalo to San José bus from?

Playa Matapalo to San José bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Herradura station.

Where does the Playa Matapalo to San José bus arrive?

Playa Matapalo to San José bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at San José station.

Can I drive from Playa Matapalo to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa Matapalo to San José is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Playa Matapalo to San José.

Where can I stay near San José?

There are 750+ hotels available in San José.

Playa Matapalo to San José - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Playa Matapalo to San José by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Herradura to San Josébus Manuel Antonio – San José vía Ruta 27
1h 11m
$22–27
Drive 96.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Playa Matapalo to San Josécar 96.8 km
1h 34m
$13–19
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Playa Herradura to Jacóbus Jaco
2. Take a shuttle bus from Jacó to San Joséshuttle Private / ...
1h 51m
$181–261

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Distance: 96.7 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Playa Matapalo, Puntarenas, Costa Rica and San José, Costa Rica?

Tracopa operates a bus from Herradura to San José every 3 hours. Tickets cost $11–14 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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