What is the best way to travel from San José to Nosara?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Nosara from San José?
You can reach Nosara with just £318 by taking a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour3h 30m004:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba08:00NosaraPlaya Guiones0Premium EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 04:30:00 to Playa Guiones, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £318 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour3h 30m007:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:00NosaraPlaya Guiones0Premium EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 07:30:00 to Playa Guiones, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 11:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £318 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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Coach Costa Rica4h 40m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba09:40NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Coach Costa Rica goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 05:00:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 09:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £349 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Coach Costa Rica4h 40m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba15:40NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Coach Costa Rica goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 15:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £349 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Ridecr4h 30m002:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba07:00NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £509 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from San José to Nosara?
You can get to Nosara from San José in just 3h 30m with a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour3h 30m004:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba08:00NosaraPlaya Guiones0Premium EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 04:30:00 to Playa Guiones, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £318 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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Jacamar Naturalist Tour3h 30m007:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:00NosaraPlaya Guiones0Premium EconomyA Car from Jacamar Naturalist Tour goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 07:30:00 to Playa Guiones, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 11:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £318 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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Ridecr4h 30m002:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba07:00NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 02:30:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 07:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £509 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Coach Costa Rica4h 40m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba09:40NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Coach Costa Rica goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 05:00:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 09:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £349 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Coach Costa Rica4h 40m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba15:40NosaraBus Stop0Premium EconomyA Car from Coach Costa Rica goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 26/04/2026 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Nosara (Costa Rica) arriving at 26/04/2026 15:40:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £349 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
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Bus from San José to Nosara
What are the most popular stations in San José and Nosara?
In San José, you will usually depart from Terminal del EUPSA, Cementero General or TransNica Bus Stop, while in Nosara you will be arriving at Playa Guiones, Bus Stop or Garza Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Nosara from San José? With 5 connections between 3 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San José and Nosara, you can pay as low as £318 with a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour: you will get to Nosara in just 3h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San José and Nosara are Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Coach Costa Rica and Ridecr, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in San José and Nosara is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Colima or to Nosara Airport, and look at flights from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, and landing at Nosara Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from San José to Nosara?
The most popular companies between San José and Nosara, are Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Coach Costa Rica and Ridecr. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from San José to Nosara
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San José to Nosara. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from San José to Nosara
How can I reach Nosara from San José?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Nosara from San José.
How far is Nosara from San José?
The distance between San José and Nosara is 171.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San José and Nosara?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 29 kgs, and a flight 42 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San José to Nosara?
You can get to Nosara with just £318 by taking a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour.
What is the fastest way to get from San José to Nosara?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Nosara in just 3h 30m with a Carpool from Jacamar Naturalist Tour.
More routes to San José and to Nosara
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San José and to Nosara. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
