San Jose to Tamarindo

San Jose to Tamarindo

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San Jose to Tamarindo Schedule

San Jose to Tamarindo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeCRC 202,134
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ102205:50 - 06:40CRC 87,688
Interbus Online Van 10pax 07:00 - 12:30CRC 27,540
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ105208:30 - 09:20CRC 84,629
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ105210:00 - 10:50CRC 71,815
Caribe Shuttle Minivan 12:00 - 17:30CRC 28,774
Dream Of Two Services Tours Economy 14:00 - 19:00CRC 42,698
Dream Of Two Services Tours Economy 16:00 - 21:00CRC 219,589

Transportation from San Jose to Tamarindo

Facts about the transport from San Jose to Tamarindo

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport25m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure4:00 PM
Departures per day48
Distance21 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaribe Shuttle, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, Dream Of Two Services Tours, Easy Ride, GetTransfer LATAM, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle, Sansa Airlines, Transporte Inteligente Guanacaste

San Jose to Tamarindo Destination Reviews

JB
Awesome, smooth journey. Highly recommend.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Oct 5, 2022
AL
The ride was ok!
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Sep 8, 2022
MG
Wonderful driver
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 30, 2022
MK
Cool
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 24, 2022
AT
Thank you so much for this transfer, it was great.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 23, 2022
FL
Nice driver, the ride went well and the punctuality was on point.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 12, 2022
KH
Lovely driver and extremely comfortable transport
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, May 26, 2022
IR
Amazing!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 13, 2022
CP
Good service. Will book with them again in future.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 10, 2022
CM
The van needs to be updated with better seats.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 5, 2022
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How to get from San Jose to Tamarindo

When you want to get from San Jose to Tamarindo, 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 Van. 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 516.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 54.97.

How far is San Jose from Tamarindo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from San Jose to Tamarindo. Your trip will be a total of 14 miles (21 km). The flying distance is 14 miles (21 km).

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

The travel time from San Jose to Tamarindo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from San Jose to Tamarindo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Interbus Online: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 54.97 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 516.46.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 19.84 to USD 19.84;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 54.97. From San Jose to Tamarindo starting from 08:15 Juan Santamaria Airport until 08:15 Juan Santamaria Airport
  • Van price : USD 54.97 - USD 438.33;
  • Plane tickets - USD 167.44 to USD 167.44;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 299.32 to USD 516.46.

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

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

  • Vans from San Jose to Tamarindo depart during the day - there are approximately 13 departures a day.
  • Flights from San Jose to Tamarindo depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • 1 by taxi+Van from San Jose to Tamarindo starting from 08:15 Juan Santamaria Airport until 08:15 Juan Santamaria Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from San Jose to Tamarindo 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 Tamarindo. 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 167.44.

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 Tamarindo

Sansa Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from San Jose to Tamarindo 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 Tamarindo. 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 299.32.

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 Tamarindo. 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 Tamarindo.

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 Tamarindo

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

  • 73% users took a plane.
  • 18% opted for a van.
  • 9% decided to catch a taxi.