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

The cheapest way to get from Tambor to Tamarindo is to bus which costs $10 - $17 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tambor to Tamarindo is to fly which takes 2h 17m and costs $160 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Tambor and Tamarindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Tambor to Tamarindo. However, there are services departing from Calle Vargas and arriving at Tamarindo via Terminal Tuasa Alajuela and Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Tambor to Tamarindo?

The distance between Tambor and Tamarindo is 194 km. The road distance is 239.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tambor to Tamarindo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $10 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Tambor to Tamarindo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tambor to Tamarindo bus from?

Tambor to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría station.

Bus or fly from Tambor to Tamarindo?

The best way to get from Tambor to Tamarindo is to fly which takes 2h 17m and costs $160 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $17 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Tambor to Tamarindo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tambor to Tamarindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tambor to Tamarindo is 239 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Tambor to Tamarindo.

Where can I stay near Tamarindo?

There are 981+ hotels available in Tamarindo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Tambor to Tamarindo 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 to Tamarindo Airport
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
2h 17m
$164–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Tamarindobus San Jose
5h 56m
$10–17
Drive 239.4 km
1. Drive from Tambor to Tamarindocar 239.4 km
4h 22m
$33–47
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Alajuela to Tamarindoshuttle Private
2h 38m
$296–298
Bus, fly to Nosara Airport
1. Take the bus from Calle Vargas to Alajuelabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Nosara Airport (NOB)plane SJO - NOB
3h 17m
Shuttle via Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría
1. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Tamarindoshuttle Tamarindo
6h 36m
$81–132

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

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Tamarindo twice daily. Tickets cost $9–15 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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