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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to San José is to bus which costs $10 - $13 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to San José is to fly and bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $190 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between 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 Tamarindo to San José?

The distance between Tamarindo and San José is 304 km. The road distance is 252.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to San José without a car is to bus via Villarreal which takes 3h 49m and costs $22 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Tamarindo to San José, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Tamarindo to San José bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tamarindo to San José?

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

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

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Where can I stay near San José?

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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 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 49m
$22–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
5h
$10–13
Drive 252.5 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to San Josécar 252.5 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 32m
$191–273
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to San Joséshuttle Private
3h 30m
$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 12m
$484–535
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Alajuelashuttle Private / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Alajuela to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus Heredia / ...
3h 44m
$341–342

Tamarindo to San José by bus

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Distance: 303.6 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between 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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