What is the cheapest way to get from Quepos to Tambor?

The cheapest way to get from Quepos to Tambor is to bus via Hospital Quepos which costs $8 - $12 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quepos to Tambor?

The fastest way to get from Quepos to Tambor is to fly which takes 43 min and costs $120 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Quepos and Tambor?

No, there is no direct bus from Quepos to Tambor. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros and arriving at Calle Vargas via Terminal Cartago, Avenida 3 con Calle 36 and Alajuela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Quepos to Tambor?

The distance between Quepos and Tambor is 77 km. The road distance is 110.8 km.

How do I travel from Quepos to Tambor without a car?

The best way to get from Quepos to Tambor without a car is to bus which takes 5h 38m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Quepos to Tambor?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Quepos to Tambor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quepos to Tambor bus from?

Quepos to Tambor bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros station.

Bus or fly from Quepos to Tambor?

The best way to get from Quepos to Tambor is to fly which takes 43 min and costs $120 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $18 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Quepos to Tambor bus arrive?

Quepos to Tambor bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at Terminal TRACOPA station.

Can I drive from Quepos to Tambor?

Yes, the driving distance between Quepos to Tambor is 111 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Quepos to Tambor.

Where can I stay near Tambor?

There are 848+ hotels available in Tambor.

Quepos to Tambor - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Quepos to Tambor by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane XQP - SJO
43 min
$126–137
Bus via Hospital Quepos
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hospital Quepos to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus 699 Puerto Jiménez / ...
6h 15m
$9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros to Terminal TRACOPAbus 613 Manuel Antonio / ...
5h 38m
$14–18
Drive 110.8 km
1. Drive from Quepos to Tamborcar 110.8 km
2h 54m
$15–22

Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

127Weekly Planes

29 minAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.5 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Quepos, Costa Rica and Tambor, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

SANSA, Costa Rica Green Airways, and World Ticket fly from Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) hourly. Alternatively, Tracopa operates a bus from Terminal San Rafael de Cerros to Terminal TRACOPA hourly. Tickets cost $11–14 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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