What is the best way to travel from San José to Jacó?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Jacó from San José?
You can get to Jacó with just $40 by taking a Bus from My Pink Bus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/7/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/8/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Cheapest Buses Monday
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/10/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from San José to Jacó?
You can get to Jacó from San José in just 2h 15m with a Bus from My Pink Bus. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/7/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Fastest Buses Sunday
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/8/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Fastest Buses Monday
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My Pink Bus2h 15m09:15 AMJuan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA Bus from My Pink Bus goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 12/10/2025 9:15:00 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 2h 15m
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My Pink Bus3h 0m08:30 AMSan JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30 AMJacóTerminal Jaco-San Jose0EconomyA 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
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Bus from San José to Jacó
What are the most popular stations in San José and Jacó?
In San José, you will usually depart from TransNica Bus Stop, Cementero General or Terminal del EUPSA, while in Jacó you will be arriving at Terminal Jaco-San Jose, Lapa Verde or Flamboyant Hotel, 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 Jacó from San José? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Carpool 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 Jacó, you can pay as low as $40 with a Bus from My Pink Bus.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 Bus from My Pink Bus: you will get to Jacó in just 2h 15m.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 Jacó are My Pink Bus, 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 Jacó 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 Herradura, and look at flights from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, and landing at Tambor 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 Jacó?
The most popular companies between San José and Jacó, are My Pink Bus. 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 Jacó
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San José to Jacó. 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 Jacó
How can I reach Jacó from San José?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Jacó from San José.
How far is Jacó from San José?
The distance between San José and Jacó is 43.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San José and Jacó?
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 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 12 kgs, and a flight 17 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San José to Jacó?
You can get to Jacó with just $40 by taking a Bus from My Pink Bus.
What is the fastest way to get from San José to Jacó?
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 Jacó in just 2h 15m with a Bus from My Pink Bus.
More routes to San José and to Jacó
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San José and to Jacó. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

