Irazú Volcano National Park to San José
53 km (33 miles)
Irazú Volcano National Park
Costa Rica's tallest volcano (3,432 m), with a lunar summit and turquoise crater lake.
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San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Rental Car
From Irazú Volcano National Park, take Autopista Florencio del Castillo (Route 252) for 1 km, then Paseo de la Segunda República (Route 39) for the final 4 km into San José.
Highways used
- Rt 252 Autopista Florencio del Castillo 1 km · 2 min
- Rt 39 Paseo de la Segunda República 4 km · 6 min
Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.
Shuttle
Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.
Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.
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