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Cartago to Tamarindo

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5 h 37 min
310 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cartago to Tamarindo

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Cheapest
By car (310 km)
5 h 37 min
310 km.
from $17
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Plane to Tamarindo (Tamarindo)
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Rideshare
5 h 37 min
310 km.
from $11.79
Train, Plane (Train)
4 h 34 min
215 km.
from $131.32
Train, Plane (Train)
5 h 29 min
215 km.
from $361.66

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$521.63
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Nosara
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$330.79

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$521.63
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Nosara
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$330.79

Costa Rica Green Airways

Website:
costaricagreenair.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Nosara
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$305.34

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from San José to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$391.21

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from San José to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$77.06

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from San José to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.34–$190.84

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Terminal 7-10 to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$17.81

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Cartago to Estación
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65
Train from Estación Atlántico to Río
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo is to bus which costs $11.96 - $17.39 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo is to train and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $119.57 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Tamarindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Tamarindo. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Tamarindo via Lumaca and Terminal 7-10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cartago to Tamarindo?

The distance between Cartago and Tamarindo is 331 km. The road distance is 277.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cartago to Tamarindo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cartago to Tamarindo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Tamarindo bus from?

Cartago to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Terminal 7-10 station.

Where does the Cartago to Tamarindo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cartago to Tamarindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Tamarindo is 278 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Cartago to Tamarindo.

Where can I stay near Tamarindo?

There are 830+ hotels available in Tamarindo. Prices start at $69.86 per night.
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