Compare all timetables for the bus from San José to Jacó
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from San José to Jacó from various bus operators like GuateGo or My Pink Bus for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| My Pink Bus | 3h 0m | 8:30 AM | San José | Terminal de Buses Turrialba | 11:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $40 |
A Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/7/2025 8:30:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| My Pink Bus | 3h 0m | 8:30 AM | San José | Terminal de Buses Turrialba | 11:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $40 |
A Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/8/2025 8:30:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| My Pink Bus | 3h 0m | 8:30 AM | San José | Terminal de Buses Turrialba | 11:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $40 |
A Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/10/2025 8:30:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| GuateGo | 1h 30m | 7:00 AM | San José | TransNica Bus Stop | 8:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $14 |
A Bus from GuateGo goes from TransNica Bus Stop, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/12/2025 7:00:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/12/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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| GuateGo | 1h 30m | 9:00 AM | San José | TransNica Bus Stop | 10:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $14 |
A Bus from GuateGo goes from TransNica Bus Stop, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/12/2025 9:00:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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| GuateGo | 1h 30m | 11:00 AM | San José | TransNica Bus Stop | 12:30 PM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $14 |
A Bus from GuateGo goes from TransNica Bus Stop, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/12/2025 11:00:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/12/2025 12:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
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| My Pink Bus | 3h 0m | 8:30 AM | San José | Terminal de Buses Turrialba | 11:30 AM | Jacó | Terminal Jaco-San Jose | Economy | $40 |
A Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 12/12/2025 8:30:00 AM to Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Jacó (Costa Rica) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San José to Jacó is $14 on 12/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.
Frequency of bus connections between San José and Jacó
Friday
is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from San José to Jacó. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between San José and Jacó.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 buses from San José to Jacó, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San José and Jacó, with 1 offers.
Facts about the bus from San José to Jacó
Compare all providers like GuateGo and My Pink Bus that travel 2 times every day by bus from San José to Jacó in one click! Book your bus ticket from San José to Jacó starting from $14!
| Cheapest Bus | $14 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 7:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 2 Ø |
| Distance | 43.2 miles |
| Bus Companies | GuateGo and My Pink Bus |
Cheapest bus connections from San José to Jacó
Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave San José for Jacó: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/06/2025 and for the following days.
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
11/30
Monday
12/01
Tuesday
12/02
Wednesday
12/03
Thursday
12/04
Friday
12/05
Saturday
12/06
$40
Sunday
12/07
$40
Monday
12/08
$40
Tuesday
12/09
Wednesday
12/10
$40
Thursday
12/11
Friday
12/12
$40
Saturday
12/13
$40
Sunday
12/14
Monday
12/15
Tuesday
12/16
Wednesday
12/17
Thursday
12/18
Friday
12/19
Saturday
12/20
Sunday
12/21
$14
Monday
12/22
Tuesday
12/23
Wednesday
12/24
Thursday
12/25
Friday
12/26
Saturday
12/27
The cheapest time to travel from San José to Jacó
With a price starting from $14, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from San José to Jacó. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.
Afternoon
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San José to Jacó, with $14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $14.
How to save money travelling from San José to Jacó
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from San José to Jacó in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from San José to Jacó, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from San José to Jacó are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from San José to Jacó
These are the most booked bus companies between San José to Jacó from our users.
GuateGo from San José to Jacó
Here you will find the key facts about the GuateGo bus route San José to Jacó:
| Cheapest Price | $14 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 7:00 AM |
| Last Bus | 7:00 PM |
| Daily Connections | 7 Ø |
| Found on | 9/18/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in San José and Jacó
In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in San José and Jacó.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
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Service and Comfort on the bus from San José to Jacó
Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from San José to Jacó? Or which bus companies serve the route San José to Jacó? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the San José to Jacó bus
How much does a San José Jacó bus trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 1h 30m to reach Jacó. Compare offers to save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from San José to Jacó?
This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $40. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Jacó.
On average, how many connections are available from San José to Jacó each day?
Every day, the San José to Jacó bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.
How long does a bus journey from San José to Jacó take?
The fastest bus from San José to Jacó is offered by GuateGo and takes 1h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $14. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from San José to Jacó?
The earliest bus arriving in Jacó from San José starts at 8:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last bus from San José to Jacó?
The latest bus trip departing from San José for Jacó starts at 7:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies operate the San José Jacó route?
When traveling by bus from San José to Jacó, passengers can travel with GuateGo and My Pink Bus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.
Is there a direct bus between San José and Jacó?
You can check all the direct connections between San José and Jacó by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: GuateGo and My Pink Bus.
What can I take with me on the San José to Jacó bus route?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the San José Jacó bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the San José Jacó bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from San José to Jacó on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route San José to Jacó
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to San José and to Jacó
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to San José and to Jacó. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to San José
- Alajuela to San José bus
- Bocas del Toro to San José bus
- Buses from Cahuita to San José
- Buses from Limón to San José
- Buses Manuel Antonio - San José
- Bus Monteverde - San José
- Buses Nosara - San José
- Playa Montezuma to San José bus
- Buses from Puerto Jiménez to San José
- Buses to San José from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
- From Puntarenas to San José bus
- Bus to San José from Quepos
- Buses Santa Teresa to San José
- From Sierpe to San José bus
Popular Airport Shuttles to San José and to Jacó
