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

The cheapest way to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo is to bus which costs $13 - $19 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo is to bus and fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $160 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Turrialba and Tamarindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Turrialba to Tamarindo. However, there are services departing from Turrialba and arriving at Playa Tamarindo via C.C.S.S, Central Autobusera Inteligente and Santa Cruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Turrialba to Tamarindo?

The distance between Turrialba and Tamarindo is 261 km. The road distance is 311.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo without a car is to bus via Santa Cruz which takes 6h 49m and costs $15 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turrialba to Tamarindo bus from?

Turrialba to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transtusa, depart from Turrialba station.

Where does the Turrialba to Tamarindo bus arrive?

Turrialba to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transtusa, arrive at San Jose Terminal Transtusa station.

Can I drive from Turrialba to Tamarindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Turrialba to Tamarindo is 312 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Turrialba to Tamarindo.

Where can I stay near Tamarindo?

There are 954+ hotels available in Tamarindo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo by bus, plane, 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.

Bus, fly to Tamarindo Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
3h 37m
$166–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Tamarindobus San Jose
7h 3m
$13–18
Bus via Santa Cruz
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Santa Cruzbus San Jose
6h 49m
$15–21
Drive 311.8 km
1. Drive from Turrialba to Tamarindocar 311.8 km
5h 36m
$42–61
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Tamarindoshuttle Private / ...
4h 40m
$69–404
Bus, fly to Nosara Airport
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Nosara Airport (NOB)plane SJO - NOB
4h 37m
$317–1,207

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

82Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Turrialba to Tamarindo.

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Distance: 261.3 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Turrialba to Playa Tamarindo via San Jose Terminal Transtusa, C.C.S.S, Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola, Central Autobusera Inteligente, Santa Cruz, and Santa Cruz in around 6h 49m.

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