sdtravels

We have plenty of time to get from Parrita to San Jose and are thinking of taking 239. We can't find if the road is paved and what condition it is in. Does anyone have any information that could help me ASAP? How long will it take? Thanks!

Jeff_Costa_Rica

Haven't driven it in years, so I can't answer your question directly. However, when you get to Costa Rica, don't ask anybody about or ask for directions to "the 239." Hardly anyone knows or uses the highway numbers, and all you'll get is a blank stare.

sdtravels

Thanks Jeff, do you know what it is called?

Jeff_Costa_Rica

You could call it the Carretera Antigua via Puriscal, or if you're talking to an English speaker, the old highway via Puriscal.

sdtravels

FYI, We abandoned the idea. It seems like only part is paved and estimated time to drive was 4 hours. We took 34 to 27 and made it in 2 hours.