What is the cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Ballena?

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Ballena is to bus which costs $26 - $32 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Ballena?

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Ballena is to shuttle which takes 3h 37m and costs $795 - $800.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Ballena?

The distance between Tamarindo and Ballena is 450 km. The road distance is 363.7 km.

How do I travel from Tamarindo to Ballena without a car?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Ballena without a car is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs $26 - $32.

How long does it take to get from Tamarindo to Ballena?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Tamarindo to Ballena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Ballena bus from?

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

Where does the Tamarindo to Ballena bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Ballena?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Ballena is 364 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Tamarindo to Ballena.

Where can I stay near Ballena?

There are 490+ hotels available in Ballena.

Tamarindo to Ballena - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, shuttle, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Ballena?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Ballena. However, there are services departing from Terminal Tamarindo and arriving at Parada, A Un Costado Derecho De Entrada Al Restaurante Villa Leonor via Terminal MUSOC and Terminal Cruzando La Calle, Frente A Distribuidora Quesos Lajitas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tamarindo to Ballena by plane, bus, shuttle, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus, shuttle
best
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
3. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Uvitashuttle
4h 39m
$686–774
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal MUSOC to Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El Generalbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Cruzando La Calle, Frente A Distribuidora Quesos Lajitas to Parada, A Un Costado Derecho De Entrada Al Restaurante Villa Leonorbus 610
12h 9m
$27–31
Drive 363.7 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Ballenacar 363.7 km
6h 23m
$49–71
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Uvitashuttle Private
3h 37m
$795–799
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Queposshuttle
2. Take the bus from Quepos to San Isidrobus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Cruzando La Calle, Frente A Distribuidora Quesos Lajitas to Parada, A Un Costado Derecho De Entrada Al Restaurante Villa Leonorbus 610
10h 3m
$86–130

Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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Distance: 449.7 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica and Ballena, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Parada, A Un Costado Derecho De Entrada Al Restaurante Villa Leonor via Central Autobusera Inteligente, Terminal MUSOC, Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General, and Terminal Cruzando La Calle, Frente A Distribuidora Quesos Lajitas in around 12h 9m.

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