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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Tambor is to bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Tambor is to fly which takes 1h 10m and costs $180 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Tambor?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Tambor. However, there are services departing from Playa Tamarindo and arriving at Calle Vargas via Santa Cruz, Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola and Alajuela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Tambor?

The distance between Tamarindo and Tambor is 193 km. The road distance is 239.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Tambor without a car is to bus via Santa Cruz which takes 7h 30m and costs $12 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Tamarindo to Tambor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Tambor bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tamarindo to Tambor?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Tambor is to fly which takes 1h 10m and costs $180 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Santa Cruz, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Tamarindo to Tambor bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Tambor?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Tambor is 240 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Tamarindo to Tambor.

Where can I stay near Tambor?

There are 841+ hotels available in Tambor.

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

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

Fly from Tamarindo Airport
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
1h 10m
$183–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Tamarindo
8h 55m
$11–17
Bus via Santa Cruz
1. Take the bus from Santa Cruz to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus Santa Cruz
7h 30m
$13–18
Drive 239.9 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Tamborcar 239.9 km
4h 23m
$33–47
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Alajuelashuttle Private
2h 38m
$296–299
Fly from Nosara Airport
1. Fly from Nosara Airport (NOB) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane NOB - SJO
2h 40m
$332–1,226
Shuttle via Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaríashuttle Tamarindo
6h 41m
$85–126

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

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.7 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Santa Cruz to Central Autobusera Inteligente once daily. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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