Route Pura Vida

Manuel Antonio to Jaco

74 km (46 miles)

Beach scene at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
From

Manuel Antonio

A small Pacific town famous for white-sand coves, sloths, and the country's most-visited national park.

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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: 74 km (46 mi)
Duration: ~1.5 hours

From Manuel Antonio, 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 hours

Quick shuttle connection between the two beach towns.

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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