Monteverde to Jaco
118 km (73 miles)
From
Monteverde
A misty cloud forest hill town for canopy walks, zip-lines, and exceptional birdwatching.
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To
Jaco
A high-energy surf town an hour from San José, with consistent waves and lively nightlife.
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Rental Car
Distance: 118 km (73 mi)
Duration: ~3 hours
From Monteverde, take Pan-American Highway (Route 1) for 17 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 34 km into Jaco.
Highways used
- Rt 1 Pan-American Highway 17 km · 26 min
- Rt 34 Costanera Sur 34 km · 50 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.
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Shuttle
Duration: ~3.5 hours
Daily shuttles available. Mountain roads at the start.
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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