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How to Travel from

Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo

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1 h 8 min
38 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo

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Cheapest
By car (38 km)
1 h 8 min
38 km.
from $2
Other
Rideshare
1 h 8 min
38 km.
from $2.07
Bus
9 h 48 min
144 km.
from $23.35
Bus via San José
7 h 7 min
146 km.
from $22.26

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$356.23

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$356.23

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Tamarindo to Jacó
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$361.47

Tracopa

Phone:
+506 2221 4214
Email:
Website:
tracopacr.com/
Bus from San José - Terminal Tracopa to Playa
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$12.09

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Jacó
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$89.06

Reina del Campo

Phone:
+506 2663 1752
Email:
Website:
reinadelcampo.com/
Bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Puntarenas
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.47–$7.63

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Tamarindo to Hospital
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

Transportes La Pampa

Phone:
+506 2665 7520
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070648998557
Bus from Tamarindo to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.31–$4.83

Transportes Quepos Puntarenas

Phone:
+506 2777 0263
Email:
Website:
tqpcr.com/horarios-y-tarifas..html
Bus from Puntarenas to Tárcoles
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.91–$4.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo?

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo is to bus which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo?

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo is to shuttle which takes 3h 7m and costs $309.37 .

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Playa Matapalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo. However, there are services departing from Tamarindo and arriving at Playa Herradura via Taca and San José - Terminal Tracopa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo?

The distance between Tamarindo and Playa Matapalo is 281 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

How do I travel from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo without a car?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo without a car is to bus via San José which takes 7h 7m and costs $18.48 - $25 .

How long does it take to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo bus from?

Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Tamarindo station.

Where does the Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo bus arrive?

Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Hospital México station.

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo is 231 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Tamarindo to Playa Matapalo.

Where can I stay near Playa Matapalo?

There are 629+ hotels available in Playa Matapalo. Prices start at $45.71 per night.
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