The 15 Best Shuttle Services in Costa Rica

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

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

This shared shuttle takes you from Juan Santamaría International Airport to La Fortuna in about three hours, with air conditioning and a stop at Mi Rancho Restaurant in San Ramón for bathrooms, snacks, and a stretch. Expect a small group of up to 17 people, hotel drop-off, and WhatsApp communication. Drivers may include Randall, Alexander, Francis, or others.

“The driver was super courteous and helpful. Apple Maps had my hotel in the wrong spot but the driver knew where I needed to go.”

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2.La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation

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

Travel from Tamarindo to La Leona Waterfall with a guide such as Verny, Alberto, Nacho, or Mariana. Expect a two-hour hike through caves, river crossings, rocky canyons, swimming, rope-assisted climbs, and a refreshing waterfall pool. Transport is included, but lunch in Liberia costs extra.

“This was our second “chance of a lifetime” excellent excursion with Verny and On the Road Costa Rica. This company takes care of every detail from pick up to drop off. “No worries, Mommy, Verny will take care of that.” My kids said that more than once. And as a single mom traveling abroad, what more could you ask for. We felt safe to explore which makes the experience even more exciting!! We felt accomplished and proud, United helping one another experience the best waterfall adventure I’ve ever done. Verny embodies the meaning of Pura Vida showing such grace and gratitude for all living beings. Cheers to the best mango…”

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3.SJO Airport Private Shuttle to San José

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

This private transfer takes you from Juan Santamaría International Airport to a San José hotel in about 20 to 35 minutes. Your driver tracks your flight when you provide the number, then sends meeting instructions before arrival. WiFi, taxes, and hotel drop-off are included. Drivers such as Mary, Fernando, Lyn, Johnny, and Cosme have earned praise for friendly service.

“Transportation never showed up. Very disappointing. My family and I took ivermectin 2 hours to find transportation from the airport. Thank god someone from the airport helped us and found us a ride to our destination. We had to pay $160 after we paid $200 for a service we never used.”

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4.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, including ground transport, boat travel, snorkeling, lunch, and time on a palm-fringed beach. You may spot dolphins, crocodiles, and monkeys along the way. Guides such as Luis, Victor, Guillermo, and Marcela have earned warm praise, but expect extra charges for chairs, bathrooms, drinks, Wi-Fi, and some 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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5.Liberia Int. Airport, Private Shuttle One Way or Round Trip

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

Book a private one-way or round-trip ride between Liberia Airport and Tamarindo. Your driver meets you with a sign bearing your name, then drives you in an air-conditioned minivan with bottled water, snacks, and possibly beer. Drivers such as Paul, Sebastian, Sergio, Marco, and Diego are known for friendly service and local tips.

“Friendly and efficient! Snacks and beer available. I would use again.our driver answered all of my questions, he was awesome.”

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6.Private Transportation Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR)

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

You’ll meet an identified Guana Tour CR driver at Liberia Airport and ride privately to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Rafael, also called Rafa, is one named driver associated with the service. Expect bottled water, WiFi, child seats, help with luggage, and optional stops for food or bathrooms.

“Our flight was late. Communication and coordination for the delay was flawless which decreased our stress. Highly recommend this company.”

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7.Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna

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

Travel from San Jose to La Fortuna in a pink MyPinkBus shuttle, with pickup timing set around traffic and your location. Expect a roughly four-hour ride, luggage assistance, Wi-Fi, charging plugs, water, and one refreshment and bathroom stop. Groups are limited to 14 passengers, and drivers such as Carlos and Steven have earned praise for calm, careful driving.

“The driver was on time and very friendly. Communication was excellent throughout the trip, and the driver was knowledgeable about the area. We arrived at our destination right on time. If you don’t want to worry about transportation or safety, I highly recommend this service”

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8.Private Shuttle San Jose airport to Los Suenos Marriot Herradura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet your private driver outside San Jose Airport or at your hotel, then ride to Los Sueños Marriott in Herradura in an air-conditioned vehicle. Drivers such as Erick and Oscar can share local tips, and you can stop for food, bathrooms, smoothies, groceries, or the famous crocodile viewpoint. The ride takes about two hours, traffic permitting.

“Our driver Oscar did an excellent job. He is personable and a wealth of local information. When we ran into a lot of traffic because of multiple accidents — Oscar navigated around the hold through back roads. 👍”

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9.Private Transportation Guanacaste Liberia Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 1 day 6 hours to 1 day 21 hours (approx.) · from $6

Book a private transfer from Liberia Airport to your Costa Rica destination, with Wi-Fi and a driver waiting at the agreed place and time. Danny, one reported driver, is known for sharing stories and practical information about Costa Rica during the ride. Only your group travels together.

“We utilized this service to get from the LIR airport to our hotel and then again to return to the airport at the end of our trip. Danny was a fantastic driver who filled our time with stories and tons of information about Costa Rica. It was great to learn so much from someone with a such a passion for his country. We really enjoyed the time we spent with him and all that we learned just riding to & from our hotel. Pura vida!”

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10.Shuttle from La Fortuna to San Jose

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $55

Take a shared MyPinkBus shuttle from La Fortuna to San José for about $55 per person. Expect a pink, air-conditioned van, luggage help, WiFi, charging ports, water, pillows, and a refreshment stop. Pickup timing is confirmed on the day, and groups are limited to 14 people.

“The driver showed up on time. He was friendly and gave us water and a pillow. The van was very clean and air conditioning worked well. The driver did go fast at times though that seemed to be common of many other shuttle drivers. The big problem with this trip was that it was extremely bouncy and not because of the road conditions .Perhaps the van needed new shocks. Several others in the van were uncomfortable due to the bumps, high speed and very windy roads. At one point someone asked the driver to pull over because they were feeling sick. We certainly would have rated better if the ride…”

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11.San Jose Airport to Manuel Antonio Private Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

Travel from SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio in a private, air-conditioned minivan for up to six people. Your bilingual driver meets you by name, stops for tropical fruit, crocodile viewing, food, or supplies, and shares local sights along the roughly three-hour drive. Drivers such as Edgar, Aniel, Wilson, and Johnny have earned praise for safe, friendly service.

“Wilson was our guide-was great with our family and very hospitable. Would recommend as its quite a drive from SJO airport to Manuel Antonio,”

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12.Transportation from La Fortuna to Tamarindo Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from La Fortuna to Tamarindo with Natural Adventures. Robin or Edson can collect you at an agreed pickup point, drive along Arenal Lake, pause for wildlife, food, photos, or a waterfall, then continue through dry Guanacaste to the beach. The van includes air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, water, blankets, neck pillows, and room for five.

“It was excellent; the van was very comfy. Water, blankets, and neck pillows we’re available for use. Robyn the driver was very friendly very personable. He provided us lots of information about Costa Rica and even was polite enough to stop and help us find various souvenirs that we wanted. This is a must use tour option.”

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13.Shuttle Transfer Lake crossing from Monteverde To Arenal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

RideCR connects Monteverde and La Fortuna in about 3 to 4 hours by air-conditioned minivan and boat across Lake Arenal. You get hotel pickup and drop-off, a driver-guide, and striking views of the volcano, mountains, and forest. The lake crossing takes about an hour and is the scenic heart of the trip.

“The pick up was perfect (van was waiting for us at the designated time). The transfer from van to boat was a little disorganized but ultimately we crossed the lake with no issues; beautiful views of the lake and forest. Being dropped off at our hotel destination was easy.”

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14.Private Transportation from LIBERIA AIRPORT to LA FORTUNA

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Liberia Airport to La Fortuna in an air-conditioned vehicle for up to six people. Your driver waits with a name sign, tracks flight delays, and can stop for food, restrooms, photos, groceries, or Lake Arenal views. Drivers such as Kenya, Jose, Mario, and Jafet also offer local tips along the way.

“Nope. Rude driver and not a fun ride. Ended up being a very bumpy ride and made me car sick! Would not recommend.”

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15.GUANACASTE COSTA RICA Airport Transfers | Shuttle Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 1 to 5 hours (approx.)

Start your Costa Rica holiday with a private transfer from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. Your driver meets you with a sign, drives your group in an air-conditioned vehicle, and can stop for food or other needs. Sergio and Estevan are praised for safe driving, local insight, and friendly conversation.

“Careful of reading this is not roundtrip and we definitely paid more then we should for a one way 30 minute ride from liberia airport to occidental papagayo!!!”

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