What is the best way to travel from Tamarindo to San José?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to San José from Tamarindo. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach San José from Tamarindo?
You can reach San José with just £47 by taking a Carpool from Ridecr, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Ridecr5h 30m008:30TamarindoPacific Park14:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 08:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m004:30TamarindoPacific Park09:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 04:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m007:30TamarindoPacific Park12:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 07:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m010:30TamarindoPacific Park15:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 10:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 15:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
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Ridecr5h 30m008:30TamarindoPacific Park14:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 08:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m004:30TamarindoPacific Park09:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 04:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m007:30TamarindoPacific Park12:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 07:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m010:30TamarindoPacific Park15:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 10:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 15:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Tamarindo to San José?
You can get to San José from Tamarindo in just 5h 0m with a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m004:30TamarindoPacific Park09:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 04:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m007:30TamarindoPacific Park12:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 07:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m010:30TamarindoPacific Park15:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 10:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 15:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Ridecr5h 30m008:30TamarindoPacific Park14:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 17/04/2025 08:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 17/04/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m004:30TamarindoPacific Park09:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 04:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m007:30TamarindoPacific Park12:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 07:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour5h 0m010:30TamarindoPacific Park15:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 10:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 15:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £387 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Ridecr5h 30m008:30TamarindoPacific Park14:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Pacific Park, Tamarindo (Costa Rica) at 20/04/2025 08:30:00 to Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) arriving at 20/04/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Tamarindo to San José
What are the most popular stations in Tamarindo and San José?
In Tamarindo, you will usually depart from Pacific Park, while in San José you will be arriving at Terminal del EUPSA, Sagot Coach Stop or Terminal de Buses Turrialba, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San José from Tamarindo? With 4 connections between 3 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Tamarindo and San José, you can pay as low as £47 with a Carpool from Ridecr.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour: you will get to San José in just 5h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Tamarindo and San José are Jacamar Naturalist Tour and Ridecr, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Tamarindo and San José is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Tamarindo Airport or to Colima, and look at flights from Guanacaste Airport, and landing at Juan Santamaría - San José Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Tamarindo to San José?
The most popular companies between Tamarindo and San José, are Jacamar Naturalist Tour and Ridecr. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Tamarindo to San José
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Tamarindo to San José. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Tamarindo to San José
How can I reach San José from Tamarindo?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to San José from Tamarindo.
How far is San José from Tamarindo?
The distance between Tamarindo and San José is 196.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Tamarindo and San José?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 33 kgs, and a flight 48 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Tamarindo to San José?
You can get to San José with just £47 by taking a Carpool from Ridecr.
What is the fastest way to get from Tamarindo to San José?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San José in just 5h 0m with a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour.
More routes to Tamarindo and to San José
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Tamarindo and to San José. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
