Tamarindo
Tamarindo is the next town south of Playa Grande, most of the shuttle companies will organize their pick-ups and drop-offs there.
Taxis
- Travel time: 30 minutes
- Price: ~$25
3 spots where to find taxis in Tamarindo:
Shared Shuttles
- Ideal for: 1-3 people
- Travel time: 5-6 hours
Private Shuttles
- Ideal for: 4+ people
- Travel time: 5-6 hours
- Pets allowed
Flights
- Travel time: 50 minutes
Sansa Airline – Tamarindo <> SJO – Book Here
Taxis
- Ideal for: 1-3 people
- Price: ~$80
- Travel time: ~70 minutes
Where: Taxi stand next to the baggage claim at the airport.
Shared Shuttles
- Ideal for: 1-3 people
- Travel time: ~70 minutes
Private Shuttles
- Ideal for: 4+ people
- Travel time: ~70 minutes
Other Places
Whether you are in Monteverde, La Fortuna, Santa Teresa, Jaco, Uvita, Samara or any other place, the providers below can help you get to us.
Shared Shuttles
- Ideal for: 1-3 people
Tamarindo Shuttle – View routes and book here
Interbus – View routes and book here
Tropical Tours Shuttles – View routes and book here
Ride CR – View routes and book here
Private Shuttles
- Ideal for: 4+ people
Tamarindo Shuttle – View routes and book here
Tropical Tours Shuttles – View routes and book here
Ride CR – View routes and book here
Public Bus
We don’t recommend taking public transportation as the public buses system is not centralized and can be unreliable. However, if you wish to rely on buses for your travels, you will find a complete downloadable guide for bus itineraries on this website: VisitCostaRica.com