Samara to Jaco
210 km (130 miles)
From
Samara
A relaxed beach town with a calm, swimmable bay — great for families and first-time surfers.
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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: 210 km (130 mi)
Duration: ~4.5 hours
From Samara, take Tempisque Bridge (Route 18) for 49 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 34 km into Jaco.
Highways used
- Rt 18 Tempisque Bridge 49 km · 48 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: ~5 hours
Includes ferry crossing. Long journey between beach destinations.
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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