Costa Rica Shuttle Marketplace
The simplest way to navigate Costa Rica.
Compare airport transfers, shared shuttles, and private drivers from Liberia and San José to every beach, volcano, and cloud forest.
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Airport Transfers
Direct shuttles from LIR & SJO
Reliable transportation from Costa Rica's major airports to the most popular beach towns and mountain resorts.
In-Country Shuttles
Connect between destinations
City-to-city shuttles making it easy to travel between Guanacaste, Arenal, and the Pacific coast.
How it works
From airport to beach in three steps
No accounts, no quote forms, no waiting for a callback. Find the route, pick a shuttle, and book it on the spot.
Pick your route
Search by pickup and dropoff, or start from a popular airport transfer. Every route page shows travel time, pickup details, and what to expect on the road.
Compare your options
See the shared shuttles and private transfers available for your route, with prices, schedules, and reviews from travelers who already rode them.
Book securely
Checkout happens on Viator, with the total price and cancellation terms shown before you pay. Your confirmation and pickup details arrive by email.
Private Drivers
Hire a private driver for a custom day
Your own vehicle and driver for flexible stops, sightseeing, or a day on your own schedule — no fixed route required.
View private driver options on Viator- Good for flexible stops, errands, or sightseeing at your pace
- Hotel and vacation rental pickup on most options
- Most options have time or distance limits
- Vehicle type, inclusions, and availability are confirmed on the Viator listing
Destinations
Where are you headed?
Pick a destination to see every shuttle that departs from or arrives there.
Why book here
Know what you're getting before you pay.
Skip the confusion of local buses and the stress of rental cars. Every route here is mapped for how tourists actually travel Costa Rica.
Built for Costa Rica
Routes, travel times, and pickup notes are written for this country specifically — rainy season roads, surf town pickups, and all.
Real traveler reviews
Every bookable option shows ratings and reviews from people who already took that shuttle, so you can compare operators before choosing.
Clear terms up front
The total price and the cancellation policy are on the listing before checkout. Booking runs through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.
Good to know
Costa Rica shuttle questions, answered
What is the difference between a shared and a private shuttle?
A shared shuttle sells seats on a scheduled departure, so it costs less but runs at fixed times with other travelers aboard. A private shuttle is your own vehicle and driver: you choose the pickup time, ride door-to-door, and can usually request stops along the way.
Do shuttles pick up at the SJO and Liberia (LIR) airports?
Yes. Airport transfer routes start at the terminal — drivers typically meet arriving travelers at the airport and continue directly to your hotel or vacation rental. Check your booking confirmation for the exact meeting point.
How does booking work on this site?
CostaRicaShuttles.com is a route guide: pick a route, compare the shuttle options listed for it, and book the one you want through Viator’s secure checkout. Viator sends your confirmation and the operator’s pickup instructions by email.
How far in advance should I book?
In high season (roughly December through April) popular routes like SJO to La Fortuna or LIR to Tamarindo can sell out, so booking a few days ahead is smart. In the green season you have more flexibility, but booking ahead still locks in your pickup time.
Can I cancel or change a booking?
Cancellation terms are set by each operator and shown on the listing before you pay — many transfers offer free cancellation up to a set time before departure. Changes and cancellations are handled through Viator, where you booked.
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