Costa Rica Private Shuttle Service: Door-to-Door Transfers (2026 Prices)

Book private shuttle transfers across Costa Rica. Door-to-door service from SJO and Liberia airports to Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, Santa Teresa, and all major destinations. Fixed prices, bilingual drivers, flight monitoring. Book o

Quick answer: Toorizta runs private shuttle transfers across all major Costa Rica routes. Door-to-door service in air-conditioned vehicles with bilingual drivers. Fixed pricing with no hidden fees. We monitor your flight and adjust pickup time if delayed. Book via WhatsApp and get confirmation within minutes.

Private shuttles are how 80% of our clients get around Costa Rica. The logic is simple: after a long international flight, the last thing you want is to navigate a bus terminal, negotiate with a taxi driver, or white-knuckle mountain roads you have never driven. A private shuttle means your driver is waiting at arrivals with your name, your bags go in the back, and you are on the road in minutes.

This page covers every route we operate, current pricing, what is included, and how booking works.

Route Prices (Up to 4 Passengers)

Route

Price (1-4 pax)

Drive Time

SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio

$190

~3.5 hrs

SJO Airport to Arenal / La Fortuna

$210

~3 hrs

SJO Airport to Monteverde

$330

~4 hrs

Arenal to Monteverde

$160

~3 hrs

Manuel Antonio to Arenal

$220

~4.5 hrs

Manuel Antonio to Monteverde

$320

~5 hrs

Manuel Antonio to Santa Teresa

$380

~5.5 hrs

All prices are one-way, per vehicle (not per person). For groups over 4 passengers, add $15 per additional person. Prices are the same in both directions.

Need a route not listed here? We cover every destination in Costa Rica.

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What Is Included

Every Toorizta private shuttle includes the following at no extra charge: air-conditioned late-model vehicle, professional bilingual driver, door-to-door pickup and drop-off (airport terminal, hotel lobby, or Airbnb address), complimentary scenic stops along the way when requested, real-time flight monitoring for airport pickups (your driver adjusts if your flight is delayed) and bottled water.

How Booking Works

The process takes about 5 minutes total. Send us a WhatsApp message with your pickup date, pickup location, drop-off location, number of passengers, and flight number (for airport pickups). We confirm availability and send a secure payment link. You receive a confirmation with your driver’s name and phone number. On the day, your driver meets you at the agreed location, on time.

We can usually confirm same-day or next-day shuttles during low season. In high season (December through April), we recommend booking at least one week ahead for airport transfers.

Why Choose Toorizta for Private Transfers

We are not a shuttle aggregator or a booking platform that connects you with random drivers. Toorizta is a Costa Rica-based travel company run by Dallas and Marta, and every shuttle we book goes through our vetted network of professional drivers. We know each driver personally. We know their vehicles. When something goes wrong (flight delay, road closure, last-minute change), we handle it directly via WhatsApp in real time.

Our clients also get something no standalone shuttle company offers: trip planning context. When you book a shuttle with us, we can advise on timing, scenic stops, and how to sequence your destinations so your transfers work with your activities rather than against them.

Dallas’s tip: If you are doing the classic Arenal to Monteverde to Manuel Antonio loop, book all three transfers together. We coordinate departure times so you arrive at each destination with enough daylight to enjoy your first afternoon. Most clients who book piecemeal end up with awkward gaps or late arrivals that waste half a day.

Private Shuttle vs. Shared Shuttle vs. Rental Car

Factor

Private Shuttle

Shared Shuttle

Rental Car

Departure time

You choose

Fixed schedule

You choose

Door-to-door

Yes

Hotel zones only

Self-drive

Scenic stops

Unlimited, free

None

Yes

Flight delay handling

We adjust, no charge

Missed = missed

N/A

Cost for 2 people

$190-$380 total

$78-$110 total

$40-$80/day + gas + insurance

Stress level

Zero

Low

Variable

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a last-minute shuttle?

Usually yes. In low season we can often arrange next-day or even same-day transfers. In high season (December through April), book at least a week ahead for airport pickups to guarantee your preferred time.

What if my flight is delayed?

We monitor your flight status. Your driver adjusts automatically at no extra charge. This is one of the biggest advantages over shared shuttles, which operate on fixed schedules and will not wait.

Can we make stops along the way?

Yes, unlimited scenic and restroom stops at no additional cost.

How do I pay?

We send a secure payment link via WhatsApp after confirming your booking. Credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal accepted. No cash required.

Do you offer airport transfers from Liberia (LIR)?

Yes. We operate transfers from both SJO (San Jose) and LIR (Liberia/Guanacaste) airports to all major Costa Rica destinations. Message us for LIR-specific pricing.

What vehicles do you use?

Late-model Toyota Hiace vans, minivans, and SUVs depending on group size. All vehicles are air-conditioned, insured, and professionally maintained. Larger groups (8-12 passengers) can be accommodated with advance notice.

Plan Your Full Trip With Toorizta

Private shuttles are just one part of what we do. We also handle hotel recommendations, tour bookings, custom itinerary design, and on-the-ground WhatsApp support throughout your trip. Many of our shuttle clients end up having us plan their entire Costa Rica trip because the first transfer shows them what local expertise looks like in practice.

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