Starting from
$300
for 1-6 passengers • All taxes included
Compare Your Options
Samara → SJO Airport — Which option is right for you?
Private ShuttleOur Service | Shared ShuttlePer person pricing | Rental CarSelf-drive | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (4 people) | $300 = $75/person | $240 $60/person | ~$125 +insurance +gas |
| Departure Time | You choose any time | Fixed (8am or 2pm) | You choose |
| Door-to-Door | Main hotels only | ||
| Total Travel Time | 4,5 H | 6-7 hrs Multiple stops | 4,5 H |
| Photo/Rest Stops | 1hr included | ||
| Driving Stress | Zero - relax! | Zero | Unpaved & highway |
Private
$300
4 pax total
Shared
$240
4 pax total
Rental
~$125
+extras
Private Shuttle
OUR SERVICE$300
$75/pp
Shared Shuttle
Per person pricing$240
$60/pp
Rental Car
Self-drive~$125
+insurance
Bottom line: For 4 travelers, our private shuttle costs $300 total ($75/person) — almost the same as $240 for a shared shuttle. For just $60 more, you get a private vehicle, flexible timing, door-to-door service, and 1 hour for stops.
Your Journey: Samara to SJO Airport
Journey from the tranquil Sámara beach to San José Airport. Cross the Nicoya Peninsula and head through the Central Valley.
Travel Time Reality Check
Google says 4 hours. Plan for 5. The road out of Samara has some unpaved sections, then through Nicoya to the Friendship Bridge, and up the Interamericana to SJO. Leave 6 hours before your flight.
Road Conditions
Mostly paved roads. Comfortable journey.
Local Tip from Our Team
Allow 5 hours before your flight - the 4-hour drive plus check-in time ensures stress-free travel.
From Our Team
Leave early and enjoy one last Caribbean-style breakfast in Samara before the drive. The road through Nicoya is rural Guanacaste at its best — small towns, fruit stands, real Tico life. If you have time, the Friendship Bridge over the Tempisque has good crocodile sightings.
Can't Wait Travel CR
We're a Costa Rican company based in La Fortuna (Arenal Volcano), specializing in private transfers across the country's main tourist destinations.
With vehicles in SJO, Guanacaste, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and La Fortuna, we cover 1000+ routes nationwide.
Our team stays with you from booking to drop-off—WhatsApp and email support every step of the way.
What's Included
A/C vehicles
Modern fleet, 2025 or newer
1 hour for stops
Photos, bathroom, stretch
Flight monitoring
We track delays for you
Child seats FREE
Request when booking
Luggage included
1 large bag + 1 carry-on each
Fully insured
ICT Licensed #4121-2025
Free WiFi
Stay connected on the road
Phone chargers
USB & Type-C ports
Drinks & snacks
Water and treats on board
Traveling with Family?
About 5 hours. Some bumpy road at the start but then it's paved highway. Kids usually nap on the long highway stretch. We stop twice for breaks. Free child seats and all the comforts — A/C, water, snacks.
Child seats FREE
Infant, toddler or booster
Door-to-door
No buses with kids & bags
Flexible stops
Bathroom breaks, snack time
Bilingual driver
English + Spanish
Good to Know
Cancellation
- ✓48+ hours before: Full refund (minus 13% tax)
- ✗Within 48 hours: Non-refundable
- →Email: mybooking@cantwaittravelcr.com
Changes & Modifications
- ✓Free changes up to 48 hours before pickup
- ✓Change time, date, or location (subject to availability)
- →Route changes may affect price
Flight Delayed or Cancelled?
- ✓We monitor your flight and adjust — no extra charge
- ✓Add Flex Protection for free reschedule if cancelled
- →Provide your flight number when booking
Pricing
- ✓Price is per vehicle, not per person
- ✓No hidden fees — price you see is final
- ✓All taxes included (13% VAT)
Direct Service. No Surprises.
We personally operate every transfer to guarantee excellence.
Guaranteed Availability
We never overbook. We match our bookings strictly to our fleet capacity.
If we confirm it, we drive it.
100% Private Fleet
Enjoy the comfort of our modern, air-conditioned vans exclusively for your group.
Local Expert Drivers
Our drivers are experienced professionals from La Fortuna. We know every curve of the road.
Safe & Secure Checkout
All transactions processed with secure online payment
Bank-Level Security
Payments processed with secure online payment. Your card information is encrypted and never stored on our servers.
Accepted Payment Methods
Additional payment methods may be available depending on your country and currency
Your Security is Our Priority
Bank-Level Security
256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions
PCI DSS Level 1
Highest security certification in payments
3D Secure
Additional fraud protection layer
100% Secure Guarantee
Your payment data is encrypted and processed through PCI Level 1 certified infrastructure — the highest security standard in the payments industry.
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SSL Encryption
Level 1
PCI DSS
3D Secure
Protected
Instant
Confirmation
One Price per Vehicle
Total cost for the whole van. No per-person fees.
1-6 Pass.
$300
All taxes included
7-9 Pass.
$370
All taxes included
10-12 Pass.
$440
All taxes included
Planning a Multi-Stop Trip?
If heading home: Samara → SJO is the last leg. For a Nicoya Peninsula circuit: SJO → Samara → Nosara → SJO runs about $600-$850 for up to 6 passengers. Or combine with the mountains: SJO → La Fortuna → Samara → SJO.
Browse all routes & build your itineraryFrom the Caribbean to the Pacific, from the cloud forests to the beaches
Our headquarters is in La Fortuna, at the base of Arenal Volcano, but we keep vehicles strategically positioned in San José, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and Guanacaste. This allows us to cover inter-destination transfers efficiently across the country.
With You Every Step
WhatsApp & Email Support
From the moment you book until we drop you off at your destination, our team stays connected with you via WhatsApp or email. We monitor your flight, coordinate with your driver, and handle any changes along the way.
Ready to Book?
Secure your private transfer directly with us. No agents, no hidden fees.
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