Quepos to San Jose

Quepos to San Jose

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Quepos to San Jose Schedule

Quepos to San Jose Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeCRC 134,714
Easy Ride Minivan 07:30 - 11:00CRC 26,918
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ570509:40 - 10:10CRC 53,130
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ679511:10 - 11:40CRC 52,779
Easy Ride Minivan 12:00 - 15:30CRC 27,667
RideCR Minivan 14:30 - 19:00CRC 26,649
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ100316:20 - 16:50CRC 58,768

Transportation from Quepos to San Jose

Facts about the transport from Quepos to San Jose

Cheapest Transport$50
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure4:45 PM
Departures per day54
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaribe Shuttle, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, Easy Ride, GetJet Airlines, GetTransfer LATAM, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Relaxury, RideCR, Sansa Airlines

How to get from Quepos to San Jose

When you want to get from Quepos to San Jose, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 583.22. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 49.83.

How far is Quepos from San Jose?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Quepos to San Jose. Your trip will be a total of 140 miles (225 km). The flying distance is 177 miles (284 km).

How long does it take to get from Quepos to San Jose?

The travel time from Quepos to San Jose can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Quepos to San Jose?

The cost of the trip from Quepos to San Jose varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GetTransfer LATAM: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 49.83 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 583.22.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Quepos to San Jose:

  • Bus tickets - USD 53.20 to USD 53.20;
  • Van price : USD 53.73 - USD 56.38;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 60.88. From Quepos to San Jose starting from 08:00 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer until 12:30 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer
  • Plane tickets - USD 117.30 to USD 117.30;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 49.83 to USD 583.22.

How many trips per day are there between Quepos and San Jose?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Quepos to San Jose depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
  • Vans from Quepos to San Jose depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Quepos to San Jose starting from 08:00 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer until 12:30 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Quepos to San Jose any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Quepos to San Jose. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 117.30.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Quepos to San Jose

GetJet Airlines, Sansa Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Quepos to San Jose is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Quepos to San Jose. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 49.83.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Quepos to San Jose. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Quepos to San Jose.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Quepos to San Jose

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Quepos to San Jose? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% opted for a van.
  • 33% users took a plane.
  • 17% decided to catch a taxi.