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How to get from
San Jose to Tamarindo
Tamarindo to San Jose
San Jose to Tamarindo Trip Overview
A five-hour bus ride is the easiest and most affordable way to travel from San Jose to Tamarindo. If you want to save time, there are flights that make the connection but are more expensive. If you love the beach, you will enjoy your time in Tamarindo. It is recognized for its beaches and water activities. Tourists every year travel to Tamarindo to go surfing or fishing. The weather stays warm all year in Tamarindo, but is most pleasant between November and May.
 | Distance | Distance 183 km (114.4 miles) | ||
 | Most Popular Operator | Most Popular Operator |
| Distance | Distance 183 km (114.4 miles) | ||
| Most Popular Operator | Most Popular Operator |
A five-hour bus ride is the easiest and most affordable way to travel from San Jose to Tamarindo. If you want to save time, there are flights that make the connection but are more expensive. If you love the beach, you will enjoy your time in Tamarindo. It is recognized for its beaches and water activities. Tourists every year travel to Tamarindo to go surfing or fishing. The weather stays warm all year in Tamarindo, but is most pleasant between November and May.
Taking a minivan from San Jose to Tamarindo
About the ride from San Jose to Tamarindo
San Jose to Tamarindo Route Information
The distance between and is 114 miles, or approximately 183 kilometers.
There are 4 ways to get from San Jose to Tamarindo, including van, bus, flight, and car.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 50 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: A/C, Wifi, Food , Reclining Seats, English Speaking Staff, Charger, and WC .
San Jose to Tamarindo by van
- Review Rating: 4.4/5
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each offer includes an individual seat with basic passenger necessities, unless the offer is for a private cabin with room for multiple passengers. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability
San Jose to Tamarindo by bus
- Starting Price: $17.71
- 1 departures a day, or 7 departures a week
- Review Rating: 3.9/5
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Shuttle and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.
San Jose to Tamarindo by flight
- Starting Price: $138.35
- 1 departures a day, or 7 departures a week
- Review Rating: 4.5/5
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.
San Jose to Tamarindo by car
- Starting Price: $484.57
- 48 departures a day, or 336 departures a week
The only travel class available is SUV.
Cars include a driver and room for up to 4 passengers to fulfill basic passenger necessities. This option is more comfortable and the pickup and dropoff locations are flexible. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability
Companies Operating from San Jose to Tamarindo
Average price
$55 - $62
Average time
4h 30m - 5h
Average price
$18
Average time
6h
Popular stations and stops in San Jose and Tamarindo
Departure stations in San Jose
Tamarindo - Any hotel
Tamarindo - Hotel List
Tamarindo Taxi Services
Plaza Tamarindo
Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
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Arrival stations in Tamarindo
Peaje Alajuela
Terminal central CR
Real Cariari
Puente Villa Bonita
Puente Coyol
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