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The 15 Best Shuttles & Transfers in Costa Rica

31 tours  ·  from $5 a head

The roads are slow and the distances lie, so getting between towns is a booking of its own. The 15 below cover the airport runs and the La Fortuna, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio legs, priced per person and per vehicle.

Private Transfer Liberia Airport - The airport pickup process
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Private Transfer Liberia Airport

1.Private Transfer Liberia Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews Our pick

Travel privately between Liberia Airport and your Tamarindo-area hotel with On The Road Costa Rica. Your driver meets you with a name sign, provides a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, and may have cold water, sodas, or beer ready. Drivers including Harnan, Rafael, Bianco, and Anthony are praised for friendly service and local advice.

“The communication and attention to detail was wonderful. Everyone we dealt with was friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend this service to anyone. In addition to transportation, they also offer tours, excursions and can even help you find accommodations. We goRead more”

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3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna - Airport pickup at 9:00 or 14:30
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3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna

2.3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50

Take a shared, air-conditioned shuttle from SJO Airport or downtown San Jose to La Fortuna for $50 per person. The trip includes a stop at Mi Rancho Restaurant in San Ramón for bathrooms, snacks, and a stretch. Drivers such as Randall, Alexander, Francis, and Yeibin Perez have received very different feedback, so allow extra time for traffic and group delays.

“Pick up on time. Friendly & kind driver who looked after us well. Drove with care and consideration. Nice 15 min stop en route through lovely scenery. Arrived on time and dropped off at accommodation. Would recommend.”

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La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation - A 7:00 am pickup from Tamarindo
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La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation

3.La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $140

From Tamarindo, you’ll ride with a guide such as Alberto, Verny, Anthony, or Nacho to La Leona Waterfall. Expect a two-hour route through caves, rivers, rocks, and canyon walls formed by Rincon de la Vieja volcano. You’ll swim, use ropes, and finish with a waterfall plunge. Lunch in Liberia is extra.

“Verny was our tour guy and let me tell you something... He was amazing, funny, helpful, well-known about history of Costa Rica. He make sure that we are all enjoying, safe, well-protected and he treated us like family. I highly recommend this company and request Verny”

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SJO Airport Private Shuttle to San José - Meeting your driver outside SJO
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SJO Airport Private Shuttle to San José

4.SJO Airport Private Shuttle to San José

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 121 reviews · 20 to 35 minutes (approx.)

Book a private ride from Juan Santamaría International Airport to a San José hotel for up to three people. Your driver tracks your flight number, sends arrival instructions, and provides a roughly 20 to 35 minute transfer with WiFi, taxes, and hotel drop-off included. Confirm the meeting point carefully before you fly.

“Driver never showed up or answered had to take a taxi at 11pm to my destination after waiting and calling for 45 minutes outside”

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Isla Tortuga from Jacó with Lunch and transportation - Snorkeling near Isla Tortuga
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Isla Tortuga from Jacó with Lunch and transportation

5.Isla Tortuga from Jacó with Lunch and transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 100 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $115

Leave Jacó at 6:00 a.m. for a full-day trip to Isla Tortuga with round-trip transport, a boat ride, snorkeling, beach time, and lunch. Guides such as Luis, Victor, Guillermo, and Marcela have earned warm praise, but expect a long transfer, variable water clarity, and added charges for chairs, bathrooms, drinks, and activities.

“Relaxing time at this island away from the busy town of Jaco. Bumpy boat ride with beautiful views in both sides. Once in the island you can choose what to do. We just relaxed and played some soccer and American football with the local kids. Lunch needs improvement. I recommend to bring extra snacks. They sale cocktails and other drinks. Fun times for sure.”

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Private Transfer La Fortuna To Int. Airport Liberia From 1 to 6 passengers - Why a private minivan can be worth the price
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Private Transfer La Fortuna To Int. Airport Liberia From 1 to 6 passengers

6.Private Transfer La Fortuna To Int. Airport Liberia From 1 to 6 passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

RideCR’s private transfer takes your group of up to six from a La Fortuna hotel to Liberia Airport in about three to four hours. An air-conditioned minivan, hotel pickup, airport drop-off, local taxes, and a driver-guide are included. Give your airline, flight number, departure time, and hotel details when booking.

“Harold was a wonderful driver and even though we had a communication gap (he spoke Spanish and we spoke little Spanish), he did his best to make sure we had a comfortable trip”

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OneWay Private Transfer - Liberia Airport To Your Selected Location - The 35-minute stop can save your first afternoon
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OneWay Private Transfer – Liberia Airport To Your Selected Location

7.OneWay Private Transfer – Liberia Airport To Your Selected Location

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Book a private Liberia Airport transfer for up to four people, with hotel drop-off, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a 35-minute courtesy stop for food, groceries, or restrooms. Drivers such as Johnny, Bianco, Jose, Eduardo, and Ariel have helped passengers reach Tamarindo and other destinations with local tips along the way.

“Friendly service, on time, excellent experience, great price. Clean van. Would definately use it again and recommend to friends or family.”

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Private Transfer La Fortuna To Juan Santamaria Airport From 7to10 - The three to four-hour road connection
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Private Transfer La Fortuna To Juan Santamaria Airport From 7to10

8.Private Transfer La Fortuna To Juan Santamaria Airport From 7to10

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Ride privately from your La Fortuna hotel to Juan Santamaría International Airport in an air-conditioned minivan. Your driver collects your group at the requested time, shares information about Costa Rica along the way, and takes up to eight people directly to the airport. Plan on about three to four hours, with no attraction stops included.

“Showed up on time. Reliable and comfortable. 👍🏼 Got us from our hotel in La Fortuna to SJO in 3-3.5 hours.”

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Liberia Int. Airport, Private Shuttle One Way or Round Trip - What the ride is like with a local driver
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Liberia Int. Airport, Private Shuttle One Way or Round Trip

9.Liberia Int. Airport, Private Shuttle One Way or Round Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Travel privately between Liberia International Airport and Tamarindo in an air-conditioned minivan for up to five people. Your driver meets arriving passengers with a white board and your name, or collects you from a Tamarindo-area location for the return trip. Water, snacks, and alcoholic drinks are included.

“I highly recommend this transfer, he was very nice and welcoming. We got from the airport to our hotel safely and on time and the rate was fair compared to what the hotel had quoted us. Thank you for a safe transfer!”

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Private Transfer From Manuel Antonio To La Fortuna From 1 to 6 passengers - What the five-hour ride is really like
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Private Transfer From Manuel Antonio To La Fortuna From 1 to 6 passengers

10.Private Transfer From Manuel Antonio To La Fortuna From 1 to 6 passengers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Ride from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna in a private air-conditioned minivan for up to six people. Your driver-guide collects you at your Manuel Antonio hotel and drops you at your La Fortuna hotel. Hugo has helped with bathroom breaks and sightseeing stops, but this is a one-way transfer, not an attractions tour.

“Hugo was fantastic! He treated our family of 4 with care for the duration of the trip. Our son felt a little carsick for a portion of the drive, and Hugo was very accommodating and helpful. We would highly recommend him!”

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Private transfer from Liberia Airport - Key points at a glance
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Private transfer from Liberia Airport

11.Private transfer from Liberia Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet your uniformed Costa Trip VIP driver at Liberia Airport for a private ride lasting about 1 to 1.5 hours. Daniel, Carlos, Jose, and other drivers may provide local tips, Wi-Fi, water, and sometimes a complimentary drink. The service covers groups of up to eight people.

“Best airport Transpo experience. Our driver Carlos made sure we were comfortable & was more than willing to give us a little history on our drive to the hotel. Very informative which made the ride go by fast. Thanks Carlos !”

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Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Dreams Las Mareas - The 90-minute ride to Dreams Las Mareas
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Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Dreams Las Mareas

12.Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Dreams Las Mareas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews

Arrange a private ride from Liberia Airport to Dreams Las Mareas with Guanacaste Viajes. Your driver meets you on arrival, provides cold bottled water, and drives your party in an air-conditioned vehicle. Fabian, Jose, Herman, and Carlos have each been praised for prompt service, local tips, and helpful stops for photos, refreshments, or shopping.

“Clean and well kept van, experienced driver with local knowledge. Five Stars. Will make stops along the route for refreshments and delicacies. Highly recommend”

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Private Transportation Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR) - A private vehicle for your group
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Private Transportation Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR)

13.Private Transportation Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $5Best value

Meet Guana Tour CR staff at Liberia Airport, identified by a company logo or your name, then ride privately to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Rafael is a frequent driver, offering bottled water, WiFi, child seats, and optional stops for food or bathrooms. Transfers usually take 1 to 2 hours, with Papagayo trips often around 45 minutes.

“Rafael provided great communication and a comfortable ride. Plan about 45 minutes to get from Papagayo to LIR. Boom with confidence.”

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Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna - The Morning Pickup: Convenient, But Not Instant
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Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna

14.Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $55

Take MyPinkBus from San Jose to La Fortuna in about four hours, with hotel-to-hotel service, a small group of up to 14, Wi-Fi, charging plugs, water, and a midway bathroom and snack stop. Pink vans are easy to spot. Drivers such as Carlos and Steven have earned praise for calm, safe driving and clear updates.

“Excellent transfer, highly recommend it - super comfortable, on time, water and little cushion provided!”

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Private Transfer from La Fortuna to SJO Airport San Jose Hotels - Meeting the driver in La Fortuna
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Private Transfer from La Fortuna to SJO Airport San Jose Hotels

15.Private Transfer from La Fortuna to SJO Airport San Jose Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

You get a private, air-conditioned ride from La Fortuna to San José hotels or SJO Airport for $230 per group of up to 12. Your driver meets you with a name sign, tracks flight details when needed, and can stop for food, restrooms, photos, or coffee. WhatsApp contact, bottled water, parking, and direct drop-off are included.

“I would leave more stars if I could. Phenomenal service. Rafael was very communicative and extremely friendly. He showed up early and we were ready to go. The van was clean and comfortable and I only regret that we didn’t arrange to share it with someone bc it was huge for the three of us. He recommended the perfect spot to stop for lunch and a bathroom break. Trip was beautiful and took just over three hours including the break.”

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