How long is the drive from Liberia airport to Santa Teresa?+
Four and a half to five hours. Google says four, but that doesn't account for the final gravel stretch. It's one of the longest beach transfers in the country — Santa Teresa's remoteness is exactly why it still feels the way it does.
Do I need to take a ferry from Liberia to Santa Teresa?+
No. From LIR the route runs entirely overland down the Nicoya Peninsula, through Nicoya town and Cóbano. The ferry crossing people read about applies to the route from San Jose and Puntarenas, not from Liberia.
Is the road to Santa Teresa paved?+
Paved for most of the way, then unpaved coastal road for roughly the last hour into Santa Teresa. Scenic but slow. It's the section that makes the difference between Google's estimate and the real arrival time.
Should I bring cash to Santa Teresa?+
Yes. Plenty of beach restaurants and small shops don't take cards, and there are no chain stores or full pharmacies in town. Pull cash before you leave the airport and pack anything you specifically need — resupplying in Santa Teresa is harder than people expect.
How much does a private shuttle from Liberia Airport to Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) cost?+
Private shuttle from Liberia Airport to Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) starts at $350 USD per vehicle (1-5 passengers). The price is per vehicle, not per person — everyone in your group travels together for the same flat rate. Larger vehicles for 6-18 passengers are available at higher tiers.
How long does the drive from Liberia Airport to Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) take?+
The drive from Liberia Airport to Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) takes approximately 5 H. Travel times can vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and road conditions. Our drivers monitor conditions in real time to choose the fastest safe route.
Is the shuttle from Liberia Airport to Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) private?+
Yes. Every Private Travel CR shuttle is fully private — you ride only with your group, no shared seats with strangers. The price covers the entire vehicle door-to-door, including a professional bilingual driver, free WiFi, bottled water, free child seats on request, and full insurance.
Do you pick up at any address in Liberia Airport?+
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Liberia Airport — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
What happens if my flight at Liberia Airport is delayed or cancelled?+
Don't worry — when you book, we ask for your flight number and monitor it in real time. If your flight is delayed, we automatically adjust your pickup time at no extra cost. If it's cancelled, we reschedule your shuttle for the new date, free of charge.
