Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Jaco
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Direct, non-stop service from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Jaco, operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Pick the vehicle for your group, the date and time, and tell us where to meet you.
Travel notes: JacóWhat to expect, the ride from Manuel Antonio, local tips and related routes
About Jacó
Jacó is the closest beach town to San José, a long surf beach with a busy strip of restaurants, bars, surf schools and condo towers, and the launch point for Los Sueños marina fishing and Carara National Park's scarlet macaws. It is the party beach of the Central Pacific and a convenient first or last night near SJO.
The ride from Manuel Antonio
From SJO airport the drive is about 1.5 hours on the Route 27 toll road and the coastal highway. From Manuel Antonio allow 1.5 hours north; from Liberia Airport or Guanacaste 3.5 to 4 hours. The driver drops you at your hotel or condo.
Good to know before you arrive
- Playa Hermosa de Jacó, 10 minutes south, has the serious surf; Jacó's own beach is for beginners.
- Watch for crocodiles from the Tárcoles bridge on the way in; your driver can stop.
- Carara National Park, 20 minutes north, is the easiest place to see scarlet macaws.
- Weekend nights are loud on the main strip; book a few blocks back for sleep.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Jaco → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $170
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Jacofrom $295
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Jacofrom $170
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $370
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $215
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $325
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Monteverde (Cloud Forest)from $305
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Conchal (Guanacaste)from $405
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Flamingo (Guanacaste)from $405
Questions about Manuel Antonio to JacóDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Jacó take?
- The driving time depends on your exact pickup and drop-off points in Manuel Antonio and Jacó; we confirm it with your quote. The service is direct, with no other passengers and no detours.
- How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Jacó cost?
- $170 for 1 to 5 passengers, $220 for 6 to 9 passengers and $285 for 10 to 12 passengers, per vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes the driver, fuel, tolls and 13% VAT. There is nothing to pay at pickup.
- Where does the driver pick me up in Manuel Antonio?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in Manuel Antonio, at the time you choose. Give us the property name or a map pin when you book and the driver comes to the entrance.
- Can we stop along the way from Manuel Antonio to Jacó?
- Yes. Short stops for food, a supermarket, an ATM or photos are part of the service. Longer detours, such as a waterfall or a second town, are quoted in advance so there are no surprises.
- Do you have child seats for the trip to Jacó?
- Yes, and they are free. Costa Rican law requires a car seat or booster for children under 12 or shorter than 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in), so tell us the ages when you book and the right seats are installed before pickup.
- Can I travel from Manuel Antonio to Jacó at night or very early?
- Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with no night surcharge. Early departures for morning flights and late arrivals are routine.
- What is the cancellation policy for this shuttle?
- Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund minus the 13% tax. Within 48 hours the trip is non-refundable. Changes to date, time or address are free up to 48 hours before, subject to availability.