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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to San José is to train and fly and bus which costs $110 - $550 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to San José is to fly and bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $110 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and San José?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to San José. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Terminal Atlántico Norte via Tallahassee, Magnolia Transit Center, Texas Medical Center Transit Center, Houston and Terminal San Carlos - CCA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 22h.

How far is it from Tampa to San José?

The distance between Tampa and San José is 2125 km. The road distance is 5101.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to San José without a car is to bus which takes 4 days 22h and costs $390 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Tampa to San José, including transfers.

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

Tampa to San José bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Where does the Tampa to San José bus arrive?

Tampa to San José bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tallahassee station.

What is the time difference between Tampa and San José?

San José is 2h behind Tampa. It is currently 5:04 AM in Tampa and 3:04 AM in San José.

Can I drive from Tampa to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to San José is 5102 km. It takes approximately 2 days 17h to drive from Tampa to San José.

Where can I stay near San José?

There are 750+ hotels available in San José.

Tampa to San José - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tampa to San José by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, or train

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Fly from Tampa, bus
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1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TPA - SJO
2. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
7h 36m
$113–484
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston to San Salvadorbus
4. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus
4d 22h
$393–767
Drive 5,101.7 km
1. Drive from Tampa to San Josécar 5,101.7 km
2d 17h
$685–989
Train to Orlando, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MCO - SJO
3. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
9h 37m
$119–517
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane SRQ - SJO
3. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
13h 23m
$143–623

Tampa (TPA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

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Distance: 2,125.3 km
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and San José, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Terminal Atlántico Norte via Tallahassee, Houston Bus Station, Magnolia Transit Center, Texas Medical Center Transit Center, Bellaire Blvd @ Corporate Dr, Houston, San Salvador, and Terminal San Carlos - CCA in around 4d 22h.

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