What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa is to fly which costs $140 - $650 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa?

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Costa Rica to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from Terminal NicaBus and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via Managua, Main / 11th, Los Angeles Union Station, Dallas Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7 days 3h.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Tampa?

The distance between Costa Rica and Tampa is 1265 miles. The road distance is 3186.6 miles.

How do I travel from Costa Rica to Tampa without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 7 days 3h and costs $800 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Costa Rica to Tampa?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Costa Rica to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Rica to Tampa bus from?

Costa Rica to Tampa bus services, operated by Nica Bus, depart from Terminal NicaBus station.

Bus or fly from Costa Rica to Tampa?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Tampa is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $140 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $800 - $1,200 and takes 7 days 3h.

Where does the Costa Rica to Tampa bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Tampa bus services, operated by Nica Bus, arrive at Managua station.

What is the time difference between Costa Rica and Tampa?

Tampa is 2h ahead of Costa Rica. It is currently 2:22 PM in Costa Rica and 4:22 PM in Tampa.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Tampa is 3187 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 17h to drive from Costa Rica to Tampa.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1240+ hotels available in Tampa.

Costa Rica to Tampa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Costa Rica to Tampa by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport
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1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tampa (TPA)plane SJO - TPA
6h 39m
$141–631
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal NicaBus to Managuabus
2. Take the bus from Managua to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
7d 3h
$838–1,159
Drive 3,168.1 mi
1. Drive from San José to Tampacar 3,168.1 mi
2d 17h
$684–988
Fly from Limón International Airport
1. Fly from Limón International Airport (LIO) to Tampa (TPA)plane LIO - TPA
6h 5m
$153–665
Bus, train via Longview
1. Take the bus from Terminal NicaBus to Managuabus
2. Take the bus from Managua to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Longviewtrain
4. Take the bus from Longview Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
7d 13h
$1,568–2,341
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terminal NicaBus to Managuabus
2. Take the bus from Managua to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tampatrain
8d 5h
$2,518–3,941

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tampa (TPA) flights

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,257.5 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Tampa, FL, USA?

Breeze Airways, Copa Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tampa (TPA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal NicaBus to Tampa Bus Station via Managua, Los Angeles, Main / 11th, Los Angeles Union Station, Dallas Bus Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 7d 3h.

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