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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Golfito is to bus which costs $50 - $75 and takes 13h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Golfito is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $180 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Golfito?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Golfito. However, there are services departing from Terminal Tamarindo and arriving at Puerto Jiménez via Terminal MUSOC and San Isidro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Golfito?

The distance between Tamarindo and Golfito is 359 km. The road distance is 509.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Golfito without a car is to bus via San Isidro which takes 12h 45m and costs $65 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Tamarindo to Golfito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Golfito bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tamarindo to Golfito?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Golfito is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $180 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus via San Isidro, which costs $65 - $90 and takes 12h 45m.

Where does the Tamarindo to Golfito bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Golfito?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Golfito is 509 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Tamarindo to Golfito.

Where can I stay near Golfito?

There are 206+ hotels available in Golfito.

Tamarindo to Golfito - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from Tamarindo to Golfito by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly to Puerto Jiménez Airport
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM)plane TNO - PJM
3h 12m
$185–481
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Puerto Jiménezbus 699 Puerto Jiménez / ...
13h 28m
$51–72
Bus via San Isidro
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 San Isidro to Puerto Jiménezbus
12h 45m
$68–88
Drive 509.3 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Golfitocar 509.3 km
8h 57m
$69–99
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Queposshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Manuel Antonio to Puerto Jiménezshuttle Private
9h 3m
$636–684
Fly to Golfito, drive
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Golfito (GLF)plane TNO - GLF
2. Drive from Golfito (GLF) to Golfitocar
6h 44m
$165–444
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Uvitashuttle
2. Take the bus from Uvita to Palmar Nortebus
3. Take the bus from Palmar Norte to Puerto Jiménezbus
7h 19m
$816–840

Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM) flights

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 358.7 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

World Ticket and SANSA fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Golfito via Central Autobusera Inteligente, Terminal MUSOC, Termianl Gafeso - San Isidro de El General, San Isidro, and Puerto Jiménez in around 12h 45m.

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