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PRIVATE SHUTTLE
Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown
5.0(200+ reviews)3 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown cost?
ICT-certified tourist transport (#3205-2022), fully insured.
5.0 star rating
200+ reviews on Google & TripAdvisor.
24/7 flight tracking
We watch your flight and adjust the pickup — even at 2 AM.
Free child seats
Infant and booster seats on request, at no extra charge.
Modern private fleet
A/C, free WiFi and bottled water in every vehicle.
Local family business
Costa Rican owner-operated since 2022 — not a faceless agency.
What travelers say about Manuel Antonio / Quepos → San Jose Downtown
Rated 5.0 stars across 200+ Google and TripAdvisor reviews.
Professional and Reliable
We used this company for transfers from La Fortuna to San Manuel Antonio and then from San Manuel Antonio to San Jose. I cannot say enough about the professionalism of the company and both the drivers, as well as the cleanliness of the vans. Communication was almost immediate. Our drivers Oscar and Carlos arrived a few minutes early, were highly professional, and super friendly and warm. There was wifi in the van which was much appreciated. All in all, both experiences were excellent. I cannot recommend this company enough. I will definitely use them again for transfers when we are back in CR.
RIDI0406
Madison, Wisconsin · TripAdvisor · Dec 2025
Exceptional, Professional, and Reliable Private Transfers Across Costa Rica!
Our experience with Private Travel Costa Rica was exceptional from start to finish. We used their service for multiple transfers, including from San Juan airport to La Fortuna, between locations in La Fortuna, and from Tamarindo to Liberia International Airport. Every driver was amazing—on time, flexible, and extremely professional. The responsiveness of the entire team made coordinating our travel seamless and stress-free. We highly recommend them for any transportation needs in Costa Rica.
Katherine J
TripAdvisor Reviewer · TripAdvisor · Dec 2025
Excellent care and drive with Diego
I was so glad I booked our transfer from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio with Diego. He was communicative and professional from the time of booking, confirming everything and checking on our needs. He was friendly, kind, spoke great English, and made the long drive as pleasant as possible. I'd absolutely book again.
Orli B
Oakland, California · TripAdvisor · Jun 2024
How is the drive from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown?
Travel from Manuel Antonio to San José, Costa Rica's capital city with vibrant culture, museums, and excellent dining in the Central Valley. The journey takes you from the Central Pacific to the Central Valley, showcasing Costa Rica's incredible landscape diversity. The journey takes approximately 3 H in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles.
What can you see between Manuel Antonio / Quepos and San Jose Downtown?
Manuel Antonio National Park
Playa Espadilla
National Theater
Central Market
Jade Museum
How are the road conditions from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown?
Paved Costanera highway. The road up to Manuel Antonio from Quepos is steep but paved. Urban highways with typical city traffic. Best to travel early morning or after 7pm.
Traveler Tip
Leave Manuel Antonio by early afternoon if you have an evening flight — the coastal stretch north is single-lane through the palm plantations and does not reward being in a hurry
Is the shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown family-friendly?
Three hours from the coast back up to the city, on the paved coastal road and then Route 27. The Tarcoles bridge is on the way in this direction too, and it is a good place to stretch — wild crocodiles below, five minutes, free. Child seats included at no cost.
Budget breakdown
This private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to San José costs $225 for up to 6 passengers — that's just $56 per person for a group of 4. Compare that to individual taxi rides or shared shuttles with multiple stops. Private door-to-door service means no waiting, no extra stops, and your vacation time starts the moment you land. Want to extend the drive into a memorable day? Upgrade to our VIP transfer for $80 more — flexible stops along the way (scenic viewpoints, coffee farm, lunch in a local town — your call).
About travel times
Plan for 3 hours. The coastal road north through the palm plantations is single-lane, so a slow truck ahead sets your pace for a while — that is the part Google Maps cannot predict. Allow 4 hours if you are catching an international flight.
Is the shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown available 24/7?
We run it around the clock with no surcharge. The coastal highway is well surfaced and easy at night. If you are connecting to an international flight, remember the airport is past the city center, so build in the extra 30 minutes rather than cutting it fine.
Local insider tip
The African palm plantations between Quepos and Parrita are worth a few minutes of attention: perfectly aligned rows that go on for kilometres, planted on what used to be United Fruit banana land. The old company towns along that road still have their original layout.
Frequently asked about Manuel Antonio / Quepos → San Jose Downtown
How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown cost?+
Private shuttle from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown starts at $250 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 Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown take?+
The drive from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown takes approximately 3 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 Manuel Antonio / Quepos to San Jose Downtown 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 Manuel Antonio / Quepos?+
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Manuel Antonio / Quepos — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
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