San José to Tortuguero National Park
123 km (77 miles)
From
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Tortuguero National Park
A roadless maze of jungle canals on the Caribbean coast, famous for nesting sea turtles.
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Rental Car
Distance: 123 km (77 mi)
Duration: ~3.5 hours
From San José, take Braulio Carrillo Highway (Route 32) for the full 10 km into Tortuguero National Park.
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
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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