Route Pura Vida

Manuel Antonio National Park to Jaco

76 km (47 miles)

Beach scene at Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica
From

Manuel Antonio National Park

Costa Rica's most-visited park, where rainforest spills onto white-sand beaches and four monkey species.

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Beach scene at Jaco, Costa Rica
To

Jaco

A high-energy surf town an hour from San José, with consistent waves and lively nightlife.

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 76 km (47 mi)
Duration: ~2 hours

From Manuel Antonio National Park, take Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the full 63 km into Jaco.

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.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~2.5 hours

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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Flight

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