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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Boruca is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Boruca is to fly and drive which takes 5h 17m and costs $390 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Boruca?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Boruca. However, there are services departing from Playa Tamarindo and arriving at Boruca via Santa Cruz, Cementerio Obrero, Terminal TRACOPA and Buenos Aires. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Boruca?

The distance between Tamarindo and Boruca is 439 km. The road distance is 419.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Boruca without a car is to bus via Santa Cruz which takes 12h 53m and costs $27 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Tamarindo to Boruca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Boruca bus from?

Tamarindo to Boruca bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Santa Cruz station.

Where does the Tamarindo to Boruca bus arrive?

Tamarindo to Boruca bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Boruca?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Boruca is 419 km. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Tamarindo to Boruca.

Where can I stay near Boruca?

There are 29+ hotels available in Boruca.

Tamarindo to Boruca - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, bus, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Tamarindo to Boruca by plane, car, bus, 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.

Fly to Golfito, drive
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Golfito (GLF)plane TNO - GLF
2. Drive from Golfito (GLF) to Borucacar
5h 17m
$391–628
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Tamarindo
2. Take the bus from Terminal TRACOPA to Buenos Airesbus By Cerro / ...
14h 26m
$25–209
Bus via Santa Cruz
1. Take the bus from Santa Cruz to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Santa Cruz
2. Take the bus from Terminal TRACOPA to Buenos Airesbus By Cerro / ...
12h 53m
$28–213
Drive 419.4 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Borucacar 419.4 km
7h 39m
$57–82
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Uvitashuttle Private
2. Take the bus from Uvita to Palmar Nortebus
5h 55m
$569–591
Fly to Drake Bay, drive
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Drake Bay (DRK)plane TNO - DRK
2. Drive from Drake Bay (DRK) to Borucacar
6h 14m
$265–425
Shuttle, bus via San Jose Airport (SJO)
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaríashuttle Tamarindo
2. Take the bus from Terminal TRACOPA to Buenos Airesbus By Cerro / ...
13h 15m
$100–320

Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Golfito (GLF) flights

28Weekly Planes

4h 17mAverage Duration

$374Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tamarindo to Boruca.

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Distance: 438.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Playa Tamarindo to Boruca via Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, Central Autobusera Inteligente, Cementerio Obrero, Terminal Cartago, Terminal TRACOPA, and Buenos Aires in around 12h 53m.

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