Marino Ballena National Park to San José
224 km (139 miles)
Marino Ballena National Park
A whale-watching marine park anchored by the photogenic Whale's Tail sandbar at Uvita.
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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 Marino Ballena National Park, take Costanera Sur (Route 34) for 161 km, then Caldera Highway (Route 27) for the final 60 km into San José.
Highways used
- Rt 34 Costanera Sur 161 km · 2 hours 51 min
- Rt 27 Caldera Highway 60 km · 1 hour 17 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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