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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Limón is to bus which costs $18 - $25 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Limón is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $300 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Limón?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Limón. However, there are services departing from Villarreal and arriving at Parada Antes Del Macdonalds via Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe and Terminal de paso Caribeños, Guápiles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Limón?

The distance between Tamarindo and Limón is 312 km. The road distance is 404.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Limón without a car is to bus via Villarreal which takes 8h 19m and costs $34 - $39.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Tamarindo to Limón, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Limón bus from?

Tamarindo to Limón bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Villarreal station.

Bus or fly from Tamarindo to Limón?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Limón is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $300 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus via Villarreal, which costs $34 - $39 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Tamarindo to Limón bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Limón?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Limón is 404 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Tamarindo to Limón.

Where can I stay near Limón?

There are 37+ hotels available in Limón.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Limón International Airport (LIO)plane TNO - LIO
2h 31m
$300–331
Bus #3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Tamarindo
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Limónbus 703 San Jose
11h 22m
$18–27
Bus via Villarreal
1. Take the bus from Villarreal to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe to Terminal Guápilesbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de paso Caribeños, Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus
8h 19m
$34–39
Drive 404.4 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Limóncar 404.4 km
6h 59m
$55–79
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to San Joséshuttle Private
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Diagonal Al Macdonaldsbus 703-A
7h 45m
$89–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe to Terminal Guápilesbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus
9h 17m
$23–24
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Limónbus 703 San Jose
9h 22m
$19–24

Tamarindo to Limón by bus and foot

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9h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Limón International Airport (LIO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tamarindo to Parada Antes Del Macdonalds via Villarreal, Central Autobusera Inteligente, Terminal Gran Terminal del Caribe, Terminal Guápiles, and Terminal de paso Caribeños, Guápiles in around 8h 19m.

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