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Two ways to Travel from San Jose Airport to Matapalo

Composite routes from San Jose Airport to Matapalo

Cheapest
4 h 14 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

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 Alajuela to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$299.04

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Limonal
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$10.81
Bus from Limonal to Matapalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$10.81

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo is to bus which costs $13.04 - $18.48 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

The fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between San Jose Airport (SJO) and Matapalo?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo. However, there are services departing from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría and arriving at Matapalo via Limonal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

The distance between San Jose Airport (SJO) and Matapalo is 188 km. The road distance is 247.1 km.

How do I travel from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $13.04 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo bus from?

San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría station.

Bus or fly from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $130.43 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $18.48 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo bus arrive?

San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Limonal station.

Can I drive from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo is 247 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Matapalo.

Where can I stay near Matapalo?

There are 999+ hotels available in Matapalo. Prices start at $69.86 per night.
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