Service area
SJO, LIR or Cóbano to Santa Teresa
Door-to-door from SJO, Liberia or anywhere in Costa Rica
Private Transfer to Santa Teresa
A private vehicle and driver waiting at arrivals, straight through to your hotel or villa in Santa Teresa.
A private transfer is the simplest way into Santa Teresa. Your driver meets you inside the arrivals hall, your flight is tracked so a delay doesn’t cost you the ride, and you go directly to your accommodation with one stop for food and a bathroom break.
From San José (SJO) the drive runs roughly five to six hours depending on the ferry or the land route around the Gulf of Nicoya. From Liberia (LIR) it is closer to four or five hours. Because the vehicle is priced as a whole rather than per seat, the cost per person falls sharply once you are three or more.
The last stretch into Santa Teresa is unpaved and rutted in places. A driver who runs this route daily matters more here than it would almost anywhere else in the country.
What’s included
Good to know
- Tell us if you have surfboards or a car seat so the right vehicle is assigned.
- Late-night arrivals are possible but need confirming with the driver.
- Cancellation terms are confirmed in writing before any payment is taken.
Your local operator
This service is fulfilled by a vetted Rica Reset partner in Santa Teresa. Operator details are shared with you before you confirm.
Cancellation
The exact cancellation terms are confirmed in writing with your quote, before any payment is taken.
Frequently asked
- How long does the drive from San José to Santa Teresa take?
- Around five to six hours door to door, including one stop. The route can go via the Puntarenas–Paquera ferry or around the gulf by road; your driver picks whichever is running best on the day.
- Is a private transfer worth it over the shuttle?
- For three or more people, usually yes — the vehicle is priced as a whole, so the per-person cost drops. Solo travellers and couples on a budget are often better off on the shared shuttle.
- What happens if my flight is delayed?
- We track the flight. Your driver waits and the pickup shifts with your actual landing time.
- Can you carry surfboards?
- Yes, with notice, so the right vehicle and rack are assigned.