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

The cheapest way to get from Playa Tamarindo to San José is to bus which costs $10 - $12 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Playa Tamarindo to San José is to fly and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $180 - $280.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Tamarindo and arriving at Central Autobusera Inteligente. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Playa Tamarindo to San José?

The distance between Playa Tamarindo and San José is 303 km. The road distance is 251.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Playa Tamarindo to San José without a car is to bus via Villarreal which takes 3h 48m and costs $20 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Playa Tamarindo to San José, including transfers.

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

Playa Tamarindo to San José bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Terminal Tamarindo station.

Where does the Playa Tamarindo to San José bus arrive?

Playa Tamarindo to San José bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Can I drive from Playa Tamarindo to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa Tamarindo to San José is 252 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Playa Tamarindo to San José.

How do I get a bus ticket from Playa Tamarindo to San José?

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Where can I stay near San José?

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Playa Tamarindo to San José - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Playa Tamarindo to San José by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via Villarreal
best
1. Take the bus from Villarreal to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
3h 48m
$21–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
5h 11m
$10–12
Drive 251.6 km
1. Drive from Playa Tamarindo to San Josécar 251.6 km
4h 27m
$34–49
Fly from Tamarindo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
2. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
2h 30m
$189–271
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to San Joséshuttle Private
3h 39m
$65–460
Fly from Nosara Airport, bus
1. Fly from Nosara Airport (NOB) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane NOB - SJO
2. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
4h 22m
$484–645
Shuttle to Liberia International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Liberia Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane LIR - SJO
3. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
5h 2m
$247–971

Playa Tamarindo to San José by foot and bus

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5h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.8 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Playa Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica and San José, Costa Rica?

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Villarreal to Central Autobusera Inteligente 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–18 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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