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San José to Manuel Antonio

160 km (99 miles)

San José
From

San José

San José is Costa Rica's vibrant capital city, offering world-class museums, historic architecture, and a thriving food scene. Explore the Central Market, visit the National Theater, and experience authentic Tico culture in this bustling urban center.

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Manuel Antonio
To

Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio is home to one of Costa Rica's most visited national parks, where pristine white-sand beaches meet lush rainforest. Spot monkeys, sloths, and colorful birds while enjoying some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in Central America.

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Transportation Options

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Rental Car

Distance: 160 km (99 miles)
Drive time: ~3.5 hours

Take Route 27 to Jacó, then Route 34 south along the coast. Beautiful coastal drive.

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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: ~4 hours

Frequent shuttle services available. Some include stops at Crocodile Bridge and Jacó.

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Flight

Route: SJO → XQP (Quepos)
Duration: 25 minutes
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Bus

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