What is the cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) is to bus which costs $12 - $14 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) is to fly and bus which takes 3h 4m and costs $190 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Cartago (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region). However, there are services departing from Terminal Tamarindo and arriving at Barrio San José via Terminal Lumaca and Cartago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)?

The distance between Tamarindo and Cartago (Region) is 227 km. The road distance is 280.4 km.

How do I travel from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $12 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) bus from?

Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Terminal Tamarindo station.

Where does the Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) bus arrive?

Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) is 280 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region).

Where can I stay near Cartago (Region)?

There are 764+ hotels available in Cartago (Region).

Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region) by plane, bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Fly from Tamarindo Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus
3h 4m
$191–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
6h 32m
$12–14
Drive 280.4 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Cartago (Region)car 280.4 km
5h 4m
$38–55
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Alajuelashuttle Private / ...
2. Take the train from Estación al Atlántico to Plaza Paraísotrain Cartago
6h 26m
$342–344
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 Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus
4h 45m
$485–525
Bus via Cementerio Obrero
1. Take the bus from Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Tamarindo
8h 29m
$13–18

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

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica and Cartago (Region), Costa Rica?

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligente 4 times a day. Tickets cost $10–18 and the journey takes 5h.

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