Tamarindo to San Jose

Tamarindo to San Jose

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Tamarindo to San Jose Schedule

Tamarindo to San Jose Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jacamar Naturalist Tour Minivan 5pax Any timeCRC 216,234
Caribe Shuttle Minivan 05:30 - 11:00CRC 28,635
RideCR Standard 07:30 - 12:30CRC 24,375
Interbus Online Van 10pax 08:00 - 13:30CRC 29,855
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ105311:00 - 11:50CRC 71,778
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ102512:00 - 12:50CRC 86,382
Easy Ride Minivan 14:00 - 18:15CRC 35,596
Sansa Airlines Economy #RZ102717:00 - 17:50CRC 86,341

Transportation from Tamarindo to San Jose

Facts about the transport from Tamarindo to San Jose

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure5:35 PM
Departures per day40
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaribe Shuttle, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, Easy Ride, GetTransfer LATAM, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle, RideCR, Sansa Airlines, Transporte Inteligente Guanacaste

Tamarindo to San Jose 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 Tamarindo to San Jose

Travelling between Tamarindo and San Jose is possible by Flight, bus, van and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 495.93 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a van which will set you back mere USD 56.94.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Tamarindo and San Jose depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Tamarindo and San Jose. Flight will bring you to your destination in 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h to reach San Jose.

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

Travelling between Tamarindo and San Jose can be as cheap as USD 56.94 if you opt for a Caribe Shuttle van and as expensive as USD 495.93 if you buy a Jacamar Naturalist Tour taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 4 from Tamarindo to San Jose starting from 06:50 Tamarindo Airport until 17:35 Tamarindo Airport
  • 4 from Tamarindo to San Jose starting from 05:30 Tamarindo Taxi Services until 14:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Tamarindo to San Jose starting from 08:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer until 14:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer
  • 30 from Tamarindo to San Jose starting from 00:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tamarindo to San Jose.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Tamarindo to San Jose, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 171.78.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Tamarindo and San Jose

Sansa Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Tamarindo to San Jose overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Tamarindo and San Jose

RideCR, Transporte Inteligente Guanacaste

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Tamarindo and San Jose

Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, GetTransfer LATAM, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Tamarindo and San Jose, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Tamarindo and San Jose

Caribe Shuttle, Easy Ride

What is the most popular transport to get from Tamarindo to San Jose?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi+Van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 61% chosen taxi+Van
  • 28% decided to fly
  • 11% opted for a bus