Poás Volcano National Park to Jaco
105 km (65 miles)
Poás Volcano National Park
One of the world's largest active craters, an easy day trip above San José.
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Jaco
A high-energy surf town an hour from San José, with consistent waves and lively nightlife.
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Rental Car
From Poás Volcano National Park, take Caldera Highway (Route 27) for 28 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 34 km into Jaco.
Highways used
- Rt 27 Caldera Highway 28 km · 32 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.
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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