San Jose to Manuel Antonio

San Jose to Manuel Antonio

San Jose
Manuel Antonio
Sep 25, 2027
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San Jose to Manuel Antonio Destination Reviews

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Ritina M
The trip was very long 5 hours instead of 3.
This review was autotranslated
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Dec 18, 2022
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Mia S
Clean, comfortable ride
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Bus Standard, RideCR, Aug 1, 2022
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Verity M
Minivan was on time and the driver was very friendly. We made a nice stop halfway through the journey and saw some crocodiles in the river! The driver pointed out interesting things as we travelled along too. The driving here scares me a little bit as everyone drives so close together, but that just seems to be how it is! The van had working seatbelts, which was a big plus too.
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 31, 2022
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Alexandria M
Great driver. Very friendly and helpful. He even gave us snacks
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 28, 2022
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Sherilyn S
Our driver was wonderful!
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 11, 2022
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Alexandre L
Very nice driver, thank you Andres for the ride ;)
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 6, 2022
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Martin K
A great service to get us from San Jose to Manuel Antonio. The driver Misa , couldn’t have been more helpful with tips for the rest of our holiday
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Bus Standard, RideCR, Jun 17, 2022
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Peggy K
Driver was able to accommodate us with a change in directions after a rock slide block the road. He also did some historical narrative, glad we had a bilingual passenger with us.
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 11, 2022
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Rhian E
Good bus - helpful driver. However arrived 30 minutes late arrived at destination an hour late
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 5, 2022
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Philip M
We arrived 15 minutes before the appointed time. We were the first pick-up and the driver was able to get underway immediately. The van was clean, fairly new, comfortable and air-conditioned
San Jose to Manuel Antonio, Bus Standard, RideCR, Apr 29, 2022
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San Jose to Manuel Antonio Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica
Van 6pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$190.00
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
04:00
08:00
$44.25
  4.8
Van
Super Shuttle Costa Rica
Minivan
04:20
08:30
$59.00
  4.9
Van
Amigo Transfer
Minivan
06:00
11:00
$47.00
Van
Amigo Transfer
Minivan
06:30
11:00
$44.80
Van
Interbus Online
Van 10pax
07:00
11:30
$44.80
  5.0
Van
RideCR
Minivan
08:10
11:30
$34.00
  5.0
Van
My Pink Bus
Minivan
08:30
13:15
$42.50
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
09:00
13:00
$44.25
  4.8
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
10:00
13:30
$44.25
  4.9
Van
Interbus Online
Van 10pax
13:30
18:00
$44.80
  5.0
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
14:00
18:00
$44.25
  4.8
Van
RideCR
Minivan
14:40
18:00
$34.00
  5.0
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
15:00
18:30
$44.25
  4.9
Van
Daytrip Shuttle
Shared Van 10pax
15:45
19:25
$49.00
Van
Super Shuttle Costa Rica
Minivan
17:00
21:40
$59.00
  4.9
Van
Easy Ride
Minivan
17:30
21:00
$44.25
  4.9

How to get from San Jose to Manuel Antonio

When you want to get from San Jose to Manuel Antonio, 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 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 287.97. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 42.66.

How far is San Jose from Manuel Antonio?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from San Jose to Manuel Antonio. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 221 miles (355 km).

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Manuel Antonio?

The travel time from San Jose to Manuel Antonio 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 San Jose to Manuel Antonio?

The cost of the trip from San Jose to Manuel Antonio varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is RideCR: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 42.66 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 287.97.

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

  • Van price : USD 42.66 - USD 230.37;
  • Bus tickets - USD 55.98 to USD 55.98;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 65.24. From San Jose to Manuel Antonio starting from 07:00 San Jose Hotel Transfer until 14:15 San Jose Hotel Transfer
  • Plane tickets - USD 110.66 to USD 166.59;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 181.84 to USD 287.97.

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

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

  • Vans from San Jose to Manuel Antonio depart during the day - there are approximately 15 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from San Jose to Manuel Antonio 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 San Jose to Manuel Antonio. 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 110.66.

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 San Jose to Manuel Antonio

GetJet Airlines, Hahn Air Technologies, Sansa Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from San Jose to Manuel Antonio 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 Manuel Antonio. 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 181.84.

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 Manuel Antonio. 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 Manuel Antonio.

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 Manuel Antonio

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from San Jose to Manuel Antonio? 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:

  • 77% opted for a van.
  • 21% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from San Jose to Manuel Antonio

Facts about the transport from San Jose to Manuel Antonio

Cheapest Transport$43
Fastest Transport25m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:30 PM
Departures per day30
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmigo Transfer, Central Taxi Airport, Costa 24 7, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Easy Ride, GetJet Airlines, Hahn Air Technologies, Interbus Online, Interbus Online, RideCR, Sansa Airlines, Super Shuttle Costa Rica, Transportes Varela Monteverde CR