San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

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San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas Schedule

San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Comfort 2pax Any timeCRC 98,547
Easy Ride Minivan 04:00 - 06:00CRC 21,263
RideCR Minivan 07:00 - 10:00CRC 25,283
RideCR Standard 08:10 - 10:40CRC 24,412
Easy Ride Minivan 10:00 - 11:30CRC 20,236
RideCR Minivan 13:30 - 16:30CRC 25,282
Easy Ride Minivan 14:00 - 16:00CRC 21,263
Easy Ride Minivan 17:30 - 19:00CRC 20,236
Transportes Jaco Standard AC 19:00 - 21:30CRC 8,501

Transportation from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

Facts about the transport from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure7:00 PM
Departures per day21
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaribe Shuttle, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, Easy Ride, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Transportes Jaco

San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas Destination Reviews

MP
The driver was super nice and there on time
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 14, 2022
SF
Awesome
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 4, 2022
MS
Very kind driver and safe journey
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jan 29, 2022
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How to get from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

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

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 184.05. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 40.39.

How far is San Jose from Jaco Puntarenas?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas. Your trip will be a total of 47 miles (75 km). The flying distance is 47 miles (75 km).

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas?

The travel time from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

How much does it cost to get from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas?

The cost of the trip from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Easy Ride: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 40.39 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 184.05.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.97 to USD 16.97;
  • Van price : USD 40.39 - USD 45.61;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 49.94. From San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas starting from 06:15 San Jose Hotel Transfer until 06:15 San Jose Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 127.61 to USD 184.05.

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

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

  • Vans from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
  • 1 by taxi+Van from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas starting from 06:15 San Jose Hotel Transfer until 06:15 San Jose Hotel Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas 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 San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas. 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 127.61.

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 San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas. 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 San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas.

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 San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from San Jose to Jaco Puntarenas? 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:

  • 75% decided to go for a bus.
  • 18% chosen taxi+Van
  • 7% opted for a van.