Route Pura Vida

Tortuguero National Park to San José

124 km (77 miles)

Beach scene at Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
From

Tortuguero National Park

A roadless maze of jungle canals on the Caribbean coast, famous for nesting sea turtles.

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Cityscape of San José, Costa Rica
To

San José

Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 124 km (77 mi)
Duration: ~4 hours

From Tortuguero National Park, take Braulio Carrillo Highway (Route 32) for the full 64 km into San José.

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: ~4.5 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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Flight

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