San José to Uvita
223 km (139 miles)
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Uvita
Gateway to Marino Ballena National Park and the iconic Whale's Tail sandbar at low tide.
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Rental Car
From San José, take Caldera Highway (Route 27) for 60 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 161 km into Uvita.
Highways used
- Rt 27 Caldera Highway 60 km · 1 hour 5 min
- Rt 34 Costanera Sur 161 km · 2 hours 51 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
Shared shuttles available daily. Scenic coastal drive past Manuel Antonio.
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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Flight
Note: Domestic flights in Costa Rica are short hops on small turboprops, with strict baggage limits and early check-in. Read more on flying in Costa Rica.
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