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Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo

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

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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 via Liberia
9 h 23 min
146 km.
from $16.46
Bus
9 h 28 min
146 km.
from $165.76

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

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

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$215.75
Bus from Jacó to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$373.01

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Email:
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$195.53

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Jacó to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.35–$127.23

Reina del Campo

Phone:
+506 2663 1752
Email:
Website:
reinadelcampo.com/
Bus from Puntarenas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.73–$8.27

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Liberia to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$8.91

Transportes Quepos Puntarenas

Phone:
+506 2777 0263
Email:
Website:
tqpcr.com/horarios-y-tarifas..html
Bus from Orotina to Puntarenas
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$1.40–$3.82

Transporzuma

Phone:
+506 8821 6277
Website:
facebook.com/Transporzuma/
Bus from Santa Teresa to Playa
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.06

Transportes González y Villegas LTDA

Phone:
+506 2290 2922
Email:
Website:
transportesgonzalezyvillegasruta606.com/tarifas.php
Bus from Playa Herradura to Jacó
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.66
Bus from Jacó to Orotina
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.47

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo is to bus via Liberia which costs $14.13 - $20.65 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo is to shuttle which takes 3h 6m and costs $319.25 .

Is there a direct bus between Playa Matapalo and Tamarindo?

No, there is no direct bus from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo. However, there are services departing from Playa Herradura and arriving at Tamarindo via Jacó, Orotina, Puntarenas and Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo?

The distance between Playa Matapalo and Tamarindo is 309 km. The road distance is 231.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo without a car is to bus via Liberia which takes 9h 23m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo, including transfers.

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

Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transportes González y Villegas LTDA, depart from Playa Herradura station.

Where does the Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo bus arrive?

Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo bus services, operated by Transportes González y Villegas LTDA, arrive at Jacó station.

Can I drive from Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa Matapalo to Tamarindo is 232 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Playa Matapalo 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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