Monteverde to Manuel Antonio Shuttle: Hotel Pickup Included

The shuttle runs daily with stops built in so you're not sitting for five hours straight.

A shared shuttle from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio travels in an air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board, and a 10-minute rest stop where you can stretch and grab a snack. The driver is a bilingual Costa Rican professional. Morning shuttles require a minimum of two passengers. Afternoon shuttles need at least four, though availability may shift your time or date if fewer passengers book.

The experience

The minivan picks you up at your hotel in Monteverde and drops you off at your hotel in Manuel Antonio, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to a terminal. The driver will wait 10 minutes at your pickup location. You'll want to be ready 15 minutes before the confirmed time. Pickup times vary depending on where your hotel sits and traffic conditions, so the operator will give you an approximate window once you provide your exact pickup and drop-off addresses.

The journey takes about five hours. Partway through, the shuttle stops for 10 minutes so passengers can use the restroom, stretch, and grab a snack. Depending on the route, this might be a connection point or involve a vehicle change. The minivan is air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi, so you can message people or download photos from the morning. A water bottle is included.

If your hotel sits outside the main hotel zone in either destination, the shuttle may not reach it directly. In that case, a taxi can bridge the gap to or from the pickup point. For solo travelers or pairs, morning shuttles are possible if other passengers book the same time. Afternoon shuttles need at least four people, though the operator will check availability and may offer you an alternative time or date if your group is smaller.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at both ends.
• air-conditioned minivan transport.
• a 10-minute rest stop with restroom access.
• free WiFi on board.
• a water bottle.
• bilingual driver.
• taxes and fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 25 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats available

Operated by Faro Travel Costa Rica

Is this one for you?The five-hour drive leaves most of your arrival day free once you reach Manuel Antonio, so it works well if you want to settle into your hotel and explore in the afternoon. The shared format keeps the cost down for solo travelers and small groups, though you'll share the van with other passengers heading the same direction.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What time does the shuttle leave Monteverde?

Pickup times depend on your hotel location and road traffic, so the operator provides an approximate window once you confirm your exact pickup address. Be ready 15 minutes before that time. The driver waits a maximum of 10 minutes.

Do I get picked up and dropped off at my hotel?

Yes, the shuttle includes hotel pickup in Monteverde and hotel drop-off in Manuel Antonio. If your hotel is outside the main hotel zone, a taxi can take you to the shuttle pickup point or from the final stop to your hotel.

How long is the drive from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio?

The shuttle takes approximately five hours, including a 10-minute rest stop where you can use facilities and buy a snack.

Is WiFi really available on the shuttle?

Yes, free WiFi is on board so you can stay connected during the drive and share photos or messages from your trip.

What if I'm traveling alone or with just one other person?

Morning shuttles operate with a minimum of two passengers, so solo travelers and pairs can book if availability allows. Afternoon shuttles need at least four passengers. If you have fewer, the operator will check for availability and may offer you an alternative time or date.