Your driver will meet you at your address in Liberia.
Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage
Trip
You’ll travel in comfort for 1 h 30 min.
Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly
Drop-off
Your driver will drop you off at your address in Tamarindo.
Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage
In total
78 km1 h 30 min
Questions & Answers about Traveling from Liberia to Tamarindo
How much is a taxi from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo?
A taxi from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo can vary widely in cost, but estimates start at around $100 and may become more expensive if your flight arrives during peak travel times.
Is it worth going to Tamarindo?
Tamarindo is absolutely worth a visit during your stay in Costa Rica, especially for surfers and those seeking a slower pace of life on the country’s Pacific coast.
How do I get from Liberia to Tamarindo?
The best way to get from Liberia to Tamarindo is with either a private driving transfer or a Daytrip group shuttle service. These options will get you door-to-door in just 90 minutes, and the Liberia to Tamarindo shuttle starts at only $18 per person.
Is San Jose or Liberia closer to Tamarindo?
Liberia is closer to Tamarindo than San Jose, and many travelers to Tamarindo choose to take a flight into Liberia and arrive at the Daniel Oduber Quiros Airport for this reason.
Is there a bus from Liberia to Tamarindo?
There is a public bus route between Liberia and Tamarindo, and tickets cost between $2 and $15, depending on when you travel. The journey across this distance is 2.5 hours long on average.
What is the fastest way to get to Tamarindo from Liberia?
The fastest way to get to Tamarindo from Liberia is to opt for a private car transfer with Daytrip. This service provides safe and swift door-to-door transportation with a Local, English-speaking driver.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.
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The drive from Liberia to Tamarindo covers a distance of about 48 miles (78 km), and your travel time will be about 90 minutes from door to door with a private driving transfer. On the way, you can stop and see some of Costa Rica’s most exciting wildlife reserves for some exploration en route.
Visit the Ponderosa Adventure Park and take an African safari tour through the unique ecosystem, home to giraffes, antelopes, camels, and more existing alongside Costa Rican natives such as monkeys and iguanas. This is one of the most immersive and unique experiences in Costa Rica.
Another potential sightseeing stop is Monkey Park, a zoo-turned-refuge for endangered monkeys and other animals in need of rescue and rehabilitation. Visit to learn more about the impact that people are having on these creatures and the environment as a whole.
If sightseeing stops aren’t on your agenda, consider a Daytrip shuttle service for the fastest and most convenient transportation between Liberia and Tamarindo.
About Tamarindo
After your Liberia to Tamarindo transfer, you will find yourself in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica, nestled in one of the country’s most famous Pacific coast beach towns. Tamarindo is a paradise for marine sports enthusiasts, with ample opportunities for world-class surfing, sport fishing, and diving.
Tamarindo is immensely popular among surfers, boasting powerful waves that draw in travelers from around the globe. Costa Rican surf culture is palpable here, with a good mix of beginner surf camps and stronger breaks for the more experienced surfer. The primary beach in particular, Playa Tamarindo, is a vast stretch of shoreline that offers surfers of every level a place in the lineup.
If surfing isn’t your thing, this stunning surf town also offers picturesque sandy beaches for sunning yourself and enjoying the slower tropical pace of life. The town also provides great access to the nearby biodiverse mangroves and nature preserves if a jungle adventure is more your speed.
Because of its international surf appeal, Tamarindo also hosts a diverse cuisine, with restaurants and bars to suit every taste. Once a lesser-known destination primarily revered by committed surfers, this area is now one of the most developed beach towns on the peninsula, with unforgettable tours, a variety of shops, and watersports.
Near Tamarindo, you can experience other facets of Costa Rica’s stunning natural features, such as the volcanic landscape at Rincon de la Vieja, a national park home to active volcanoes. Or, take to the trees for an exhilarating zipline adventure for the whole family with one of the many canopy tour companies.
From Liberia to Tamarindo: travel tips
On your journey from Liberia to Tamarindo, there are a few things you can do to ensure a smooth and efficient transfer.
Consider a shuttle for affordable transportation
If you prioritize budget-friendly travel, consider a Daytrip shuttle service between Liberia and Tamarindo. This small group option whisks up to 10 passengers at a time between these destinations, offering all the safety and convenience of a private transfer but at a lower cost.
Sightsee with a private transfer
You may prefer the comfort and customization offered by a private transfer with Daytrip, in which case it is highly recommended that you use your travel day to stop along the way at a sightseeing destination or two. Otherwise, you may overlook fascinating sights such as Monkey Park or other nature reserves outside of your destination cities.
Book in advance
Tamarindo is an incredibly popular destination (for a good reason), so it is definitely worth booking any organized tours or activities as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment. This is particularly true for popular activities such as ziplining and private or small-group surf lessons.
How to get from Liberia to Tamarindo
There are several different options for your Liberia to Tamarindo transfer, including private and public transportation routes. These all vary in cost and travel time, and the best choice will depend on your trip’s budget and priorities.
Bus from Liberia to Tamarindo
The bus from Liberia to Tamarindo is the most time-consuming option, as the 550 bus takes about 2.5 hours on average to travel between these cities. However, the tickets cost only around $2-14, so this may be a good choice for travelers with lower budgets and less luggage (given the sometimes limited storage space on buses in Costa Rica).
Taxi from Liberia to Tamarindo
There are taxi services from Liberia to Tamarindo, and quotes start at $100, making it far more expensive than the bus or private transfer options. Note that a taxi service may be even more expensive during peak travel times or if your pickup location is the Liberia airport. You are also not able to customize your journey with sightseeing stops and may also be limited to certain pickup and dropoff locations.
Shuttle from Liberia to Tamarindo
Daytrip offers an affordable Liberia to Tamarindo shuttle service that can accommodate small groups of up to 10, and seats start at just $18. This is a great option for the budget traveler, as well as those seeking fast and efficient door-to-door transportation without sightseeing detours. The Liberia to Tamarindo shuttle service offers transportation from the Liberia airport as well as from your accommodation in the city.
Private trasfer from Liberia to Tamarindo
Rather than using an expensive taxi service, consider a Daytrip private transportation service, which gets you door-to-door starting at $22 per person. This also gives you the option to stop for sightseeing along the way, and means you will be accompanied by a local, English-speaking driver who can assist you at every step in the journey. This is by far the best option for travelers who want the ultimate balance between comfort and affordability, especially given the option to add sightseeing to an otherwise strictly practical travel day between the cities.
Things to do when you get to Tamarindo
In planning your Liberia to Tamarindo transfer, you will likely be investigating the impressive docket of attractions available to visitors of this stunning corner of Costa Rica. Tamarindo is known for being a surfer’s paradise, but there is also a range of activities to explore beyond the remarkable white sand beaches.
Surf at one of Costa Rica’s best breaks
While in Tamarindo consider dabbling in Costa Rican surf culture. There are breaks for the more advanced as well as plenty of lessons available for first-timers across Tamarindo’s beaches.
Playa Tamarindo
The most well-known attraction in this renowned beach town is the main shoreline at Playa Tamarindo, boasting warm sands and moderate surf year-round—it’s the best bet for beginner surfers and has the advantage of being right in the heart of Tamarindo. The bay of Tamarindo covers 4 miles (6.4 km) of coastline, with a few different key breaks for surfers of different skill levels and preferences. Besides Tamarindo Beachbreak, check out:
Playa Grande
This is one of the more famous surf spots near Tamarindo and offers the most consistent surf. However, as it’s almost always a bigger break than Playa Tamarindo, newer surfers are advised to start elsewhere. For those with more experience, this is a beach break with consistent A-frame tubes from mid to high tide. Biggest in April-September with some winter offshores granting off-season surprises, the surf here tends to favor southern swells.
Pico Pequeno
This break tends to be single-peak (so the crowded lineup can be tougher), but when conditions are good, this spot gets good lines around mid to high tide. As with any reef break, low tide poses some danger, and surfing here, in general, is best left to intermediate and advanced surfers. For the safety and enjoyment of everyone—always respect others in the lineup and maintain your situational awareness at all times at Tamarindo’s more crowded breaks.
Explore the mangroves by boat
Visit the mangroves of Tamarindo Estuary for a once-in-a-lifetime peek at Costa Rica’s richly diverse wildlife, as guided by an expert local. Reptiles, colorful tropical birds, and even monkeys can be spotted on these aquatic safaris.
Take to the trees
Ziplining through the jungle canopy is a highly popular feature of the Costa Rican wilderness, and near Tamarindo, you can combine this experience with a rafting excursion on many guided tours. Be sure to prepare ahead of time and book these high-adventure activities in advance because they tend to require smaller group sizes and can sell out!
When is the best time to visit Tamarindo?
As you prepare for your trip from Liberia to Tamarindo, it is important to be mindful of the time of year you’ll be visiting. The best season for travel to Tamarindo may look different depending on your goals.
For surfers, the waves here are biggest and most consistent throughout the late spring into the early autumn months, so April to October is your best bet. For those who aren’t as concerned with surfing and want the driest weather, November to April sees fewer storms and will typically give you warm temperatures and fewer crowds around the popular surf breaks.
Visit these sights on the way
Ponderosa Adventure Park
Unlike anywhere else in Costa Rica, you can enjoy indigenous wildlife and an exotic African safari at this nature reserve. A Taste of Africa
Monkey Park
This non-profit shares the plight of endangered species with visitors while rehabilitating sick and injured animals. Primates with Purpose
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Children
If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!
Pets
Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.
Tips
Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).
Luggage
Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm
Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm
Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.
Payment methods
Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!
Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!
Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
