Transportation in Costa Rica
SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio and Quepos Transportation
Traveling from San Jose Airport (SJO) to Manuel Antonio or Quepos? Use the search on this page to compare shared shuttle and private transfer options for your date and group size. SJO Airport and Quepos are selected initially; you can adjust the locations to match your journey.
Quepos is the city associated with the Manuel Antonio destination. Whether you are going to a hotel, the beach or the national park, review the exact drop-off arrangements for your selected service before submitting a reservation request.
Quepos, Manuel Antonio and your exact drop-off location
You may be traveling to accommodation in Quepos, a hotel in the Manuel Antonio area, the beach or the national park. These names help describe your destination, but they are not all the same physical stop.
Select your actual destination when it is available in the location suggestions. Before submitting a request, review the drop-off choices and conditions of the service you select. A search for Quepos does not by itself confirm a drop-off at a particular hotel, beach or park entrance.
Shared shuttle or private transfer?
A shared shuttle is an option if your travel plans fit a scheduled departure returned by the search. Compare each service's departure time, estimated duration, price per passenger and available pickup and drop-off points.
A private transfer is for your own group. Check the listed passenger capacity, service price and pickup arrangements. If the departure is shown as negotiable, coordinate the requested time rather than treating it as automatically confirmed.
The results depend on the locations, date and passenger details you enter. The supplier must confirm availability for your request.
Arriving at SJO Airport
Juan Santamaria International Airport is in Alajuela, near San Jose. Select SJO Airport if the journey starts there. A pickup in San Jose city or at a hotel is a different starting point and should be entered accordingly.
When considering a scheduled shuttle after a flight, allow time for immigration, baggage collection and reaching the meeting point. Review the selected service's pickup instructions and flight-delay conditions before making your request.
How to check prices and request transportation
- Review the initial SJO Airport and Quepos locations, adjusting them where needed.
- Choose the travel date and enter the number of adults, children and infants.
- Compare the returned shared and private services.
- Select an option and complete the required traveler and exact location details.
- Review the applicable conditions and total before submitting a reservation request.
Check whether the price is per passenger or for the private service, and whether VAT is included. Review baggage allowances, child-seat arrangements, extras and cancellation conditions for the supplier you choose. Journey durations are estimates rather than guaranteed arrival times.
Submitting a request does not mean that transportation is paid or finally confirmed. Follow TicoRide's payment instructions and final confirmation process.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the search show Quepos when I am going to Manuel Antonio?
Quepos is the initial location used to search transportation for this destination. If you are traveling to Manuel Antonio, review the exact hotel or drop-off point with the service you select.
Can I request a hotel drop-off in Manuel Antonio?
Review the location choices for your selected service and provide your accommodation details. Do not assume that an area-level search confirms a specific hotel stop.
Can I use this search when visiting Manuel Antonio National Park?
You can look for transportation for your trip and review the appropriate drop-off arrangements. Park admission and transportation are separate aspects of your visit; check what your chosen service includes.
Where can I see prices and journey times?
Search with your date and passenger details. The results show the prices and estimated durations of the options returned for that query.
Can I also search for transportation back to SJO?
Yes. Change the pickup and drop-off locations and search for your return date. Review that direction's services and schedules separately instead of assuming they match the outward trip.
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Booking Terms & Cancellation Policy
TicoRide.com is a booking platform for shared and private transportation services by land, water, and air in Costa Rica. All services are operated by independent providers; TicoRide.com does not own or operate transportation vehicles. We offer suppliers' published rates without modification. Prices are in US dollars, per person and one-way, except for private services. Reservations are valid only after full payment and final confirmation from TicoRide.com. Visa and Mastercard payments are processed through our secure online payment gateway; other accepted cards are processed through PayPal. Cash, checks, and money transfers are not accepted. Bookings are subject to TicoRide.com's terms and the transportation provider's policies, supplied with your confirmation. Customers are responsible for reviewing them. Cancellations requested at least 72 hours before the scheduled service are eligible for a full refund unless the provider's policies specify otherwise. No refunds apply to cancellations made less than 72 hours before the service or to no-shows. Modifications are subject to the provider's conditions. Shared services wait up to 10 minutes; private services, up to one hour. Child safety seats must comply with Costa Rican law and be requested when booking; they are generally available at no additional cost. Pet transportation follows each provider's policies; service dogs are accepted. Each passenger may bring one suitcase and one carry-on item, which must remain with the passenger. Additional luggage may incur fees. TicoRide.com is not responsible for belongings left behind in vehicles. Transportation providers are not responsible for delays or missed connections caused by circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including traffic disruptions, strikes, severe weather, natural disasters, civil unrest, or security incidents, subject to applicable law. For international flights departing before noon, we recommend staying near the airport the previous night and arriving at least three hours before departure. Liability for passenger injury or death is governed by applicable Costa Rican law and the relevant provider's insurance coverage. Disputes involving TicoRide.com are governed by Costa Rican law, subject to any mandatory consumer protections.
Child Car Seats & Booster Seats
Costa Rican law requires appropriate child safety seats based on a child's age, weight, and height, with certain exceptions depending on the transportation service. If traveling with infants or children, please indicate the correct number of passengers during booking so the transportation provider can arrange the appropriate car seats or booster seats. These seats are usually provided at no additional cost, although fees may vary by provider.
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