Getting around Costa Rica

Rent a car or not, internal flights (Sansa/Aerobell), shuttles, ferry routes, road conditions by region.

Airport to destination transfers in Costa Rica

SJO and LIR airport transfers: private $50–150, shared shuttles $35–60, taxis licensed only. Complete guide to reaching your destination from day one.

Driving in Costa Rica: everything you need to know

Complete guide to driving in Costa Rica: Waze setup, road numbers, river crossings, night driving rules, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.

Ferry routes in Costa Rica: Puntarenas, Nicoya, and beyond

Puntarenas to Paquera ferry: 1h 20min crossing, 4–6 daily sailings, Naviera Tambor schedules, costs, and tips for the Nicoya Peninsula crossing.

Internal flights in Costa Rica: Sansa and Aerobell explained

Sansa and Aerobell fly to Drake Bay, Tortuguero, Quepos, and more. Fares run $90–180 per leg. Here's how to choose, book, and pack.

Rent a car in Costa Rica or not? Honest decision guide

Should you rent a car in Costa Rica? Honest breakdown of costs, road conditions, scams, and when shuttles or private transfers make more sense.

Road conditions in Costa Rica by region and season

Which Costa Rica roads are worst and when? Monteverde gravel, Drake Bay crossings, Osa Peninsula, Caribbean coast — detailed seasonal condition guide.