What is the cheapest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo?

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo is to bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo?

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo is to bus and fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $160 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Tamarindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Tamarindo. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Playa Tamarindo via Terminal Cartago, Central Autobusera Inteligente and Santa Cruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Cartago to Tamarindo?

The distance between Cartago and Tamarindo is 225 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

How do I travel from Cartago to Tamarindo without a car?

The best way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo without a car is to bus via Santa Cruz which takes 6h 43m and costs $13 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Cartago to Tamarindo?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Cartago to Tamarindo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Tamarindo bus from?

Cartago to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Where does the Cartago to Tamarindo bus arrive?

Cartago to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Santa Cruz station.

Can I drive from Cartago to Tamarindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Tamarindo is 276 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Cartago to Tamarindo.

Where can I stay near Tamarindo?

There are 946+ hotels available in Tamarindo.

Cartago to Tamarindo - 6 ways to travel via bus, plane, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Cartago to Tamarindo by bus, plane, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Tamarindo Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
3h 34m
$164–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Tamarindobus San Jose
6h 56m
$11–16
Bus via Santa Cruz
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Santa Cruzbus San Jose
6h 43m
$13–19
Drive 276.1 km
1. Drive from Cartago to Tamarindocar 276.1 km
4h 52m
$37–54
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Tamarindoshuttle Private / ...
4h 39m
$66–401
Bus, fly to Nosara Airport
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Nosara Airport (NOB)plane SJO - NOB
4h 34m
$315–1,205

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) flights

84Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 224.8 km
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Cartago, Costa Rica and Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica?

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Santa Cruz once daily. Tickets cost $8–14 and the journey takes 3h 8m.

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