Manuel Antonio to San José
170 km (106 miles)
Manuel Antonio
A small Pacific town famous for white-sand coves, sloths, and the country's most-visited national park.
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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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From Manuel Antonio, take Costanera Sur (Route 34) for 100 km, then Caldera Highway (Route 27) for the final 60 km into San José.
Highways used
- Rt 34 Costanera Sur 100 km · 1 hour 49 min
- Rt 27 Caldera Highway 60 km · 1 hour 8 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
Frequent shuttle services to San José.
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
Note: Domestic flights in Costa Rica are short hops on small turboprops, with strict baggage limits and early check-in. Read more on flying in Costa Rica.
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