Shared Shuttle from Liberia Area & Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport to San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

Overview

Travel from the Liberia area and Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR), Costa Rica, to San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, in a comfortable shared shuttle with cross-border transportation service. This is a convenient option for travelers heading to Nicaragua, with accommodation and airport pickup available.

What's Included

• Shared shuttle transportation
• Accommodation or airport pickup within the designated pickup zone
• 1 suitcase + 1 personal item included per passenger
• Approximate travel time of 2h

Good to Know

• Pickup available from designated accommodations in the Liberia area and from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR).
• Drop-off available in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
• Providers typically only pick up from designated hotels and hostels, but may also offer pickup from vacation homes or Airbnbs on a case-by-case basis, with a valid Google Maps location.
• Additional charges may apply for locations outside standard pickup or drop-off zones.
• This is a shared shuttle, so travel time and pickup order may vary.
• All travel times are estimated and may vary due to traffic, weather, road conditions, border crossing times, or multiple pickups.
• Providers are not responsible for delays caused by factors outside their control, and no refunds or discounts are offered for such delays.
• Passengers are responsible for organizing their schedules accordingly and allowing enough time to connect with flights, ferries, tours, accommodations, or other transportation services.
• Each passenger is allowed: 1 suitcase + 1 personal item.
• The personal item must be a small bag or backpack that can be kept on the passenger’s lap or at their feet.

Additional Costs

• 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM: $76.80 base + 13% tax = $86.78 total per passenger.
• Surfboards under 7 ft: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total)
• Please include the length of your surfboard under special requirements when booking.
• Extra luggage: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total)
• Base fare: $79 per passenger.
• Additional charges for pickup or drop-off outside the designated areas apply only with the client’s approval before the reservation is confirmed.
• Extra luggage beyond 1 suitcase and 1 personal item: $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total) per additional piece.
• Surfboard (maximum 7 feet): $20 + 13% tax ($22.60 total); include its length under special requirements when booking and request provider approval.
• Costa Rica exit tax and Nicaragua immigration or tourist-card fees may apply; carry small-denomination cash (USD recommended).

Cancellation Policy

• View full details [here](/terms-conditions).

Border Crossing

• Passengers are responsible for meeting all passport, visa, vaccination, and entry requirements for both Costa Rica and Nicaragua before travel.
• Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
• Nicaraguan nationals must also carry their national ID card.
• Some travelers may be required to present a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate depending on nationality, country of origin, or recent travel history.
• Travelers who are required to present a valid Yellow Fever certificate and fail to do so may be denied entry.
• Traveling into Nicaragua with a drone is prohibited. Drones may be confiscated by Nicaraguan authorities at the border.
• Border crossing procedures are completed on foot and include immigration checkpoints, payment stations, and luggage inspections.
• Passengers should expect to walk approximately 1.5 km (1 mile) between immigration offices and shuttle pickup areas.
• All passengers must change shuttles at the border crossing after completing immigration and customs procedures.
• Some longer routes may also include additional shuttle or vehicle changes depending on the route or operational logistics.
• Travelers should carry cash in small denominations (USD recommended) for border fees, tourist cards, and personal expenses.
• Costa Rica exit tax may apply and can typically be paid online, by card, or in cash, depending on the available payment method at the border.
• Nicaragua immigration and tourist card fees may apply for foreign travelers and are payable in cash directly at the border.
• Border crossing times may vary depending on immigration traffic, inspections, weather, operational delays, or holiday travel periods.
• Passengers are responsible for organizing their schedules accordingly and allowing enough time to connect with flights, ferries, tours, accommodations, or other transportation services.
• For immigration processing, travelers may be asked to temporarily remove hats, sunglasses, scarves, or other face coverings.
• Liquids may need to be removed from luggage during security inspections.
• In the event of shuttle delays in Nicaragua, passengers may wait at the Interbus Hub Peñas Blancas – Nicaragua, located inside the Tiangue terminal, which offers restrooms, seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and refreshments.

Frequently Asked Questions