Retana Transfers Tamarindo passenger van parked on the black sand of a Guanacaste beach at sunset, palm trees and the Pacific behind it
Shared from $30 · Private from $50

Tamarindo Shuttle
& Private Transfers

Shared shuttles and private transfers between Liberia Airport (LIR), Tamarindo and the beaches nearby. Fixed prices, door-to-door, run by a local family since 2015.

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Per person, shared
$30
Per van, private
$50
Family-run since
2015

Book your Tamarindo shuttle

Select your route, date and number of passengers

Travelling with fewer than 3? You can join any departure that is already running. If none is running that day, booking 3 seats starts one — or take a private transfer at any time.

Most booked route

Liberia Airport to Tamarindo shuttle

Landing at Liberia International Airport (LIR)? Your driver meets you at arrivals with your name on a sign, tracks your flight in case it's late, and takes you straight to your hotel in Tamarindo, about 1h 30m away. Heading home? We pick you up at your hotel and get you to the airport on time.

  • Private transferAt the time you choose$100 /van
Liberia Airport to Tamarindo shuttle
Shuttle van from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo

Shuttle routes from Tamarindo

Shared shuttles run on fixed departures. Private transfers leave whenever you do. See all routes & prices →

Liberia Airport to Tamarindo shuttle route
Featured route

Liberia Airport → Tamarindo

Door to door service with flight tracking included on every airport run.

1.5 hrs
from$30/person
Tamarindo to Avellanas shuttle route

Tamarindo → Avellanas

40 mins$50 /vehicle

Shared shuttle or private transfer?

Both go door to door. The difference is who you ride with and when you leave.

FeatureShared shuttlePrivate transfer
PricePer person, from $30Per van, from $50
IncludesYour seatUp to 4 passengers; $20 per extra passenger
ScheduleFixed departuresAny time you choose
Best forSolo travelers and couplesFamilies, groups, early or late flights
KidsChildren pay a seatInfants (0–2) ride free

Where we pick you up

We pick you up at your hotel, vacation rental or condo in:

  • Tamarindo
  • Playa Langosta
  • Playa Grande
  • Playa Avellanas
  • Flamingo
  • Conchal

Staying somewhere else in Guanacaste? Message us on WhatsApp and we'll quote your transfer.

Why travel with Retana Transfers

A local family business, not a booking platform

Family-run since 2015

Two siblings built this company ride by ride, and we still look after every booking ourselves.

2015

Flight tracking

If your flight is late, we wait, at no extra cost.

Fixed prices, no surprises

The price you see is the price you pay.

Surfboards travel free

Bring your board and extra luggage at no extra charge.

How It Works

Book your transfer in under 2 minutes

01

Choose Your Route

Select origin, destination, date and number of passengers.

02

Pick a Departure

Join a fixed shared schedule, or set any pickup time for a private transfer.

03

Pay Securely

Pay online with PayPal. Card accepted, no PayPal account needed.

04

We Pick You Up

Your driver arrives at your hotel or address on time.

Tamarindo shuttle FAQ

A private transfer costs $100 per van for up to 4 passengers, plus $20 per extra passenger.

The easiest way is a shuttle: a private transfer at the time you land. Your driver meets you at arrivals. The ride takes about 1h 30m. Liberia Airport to Tamarindo shuttle →

About 1h 30m (70 km), depending on traffic.

For one or two travelers, the shared shuttle is usually cheaper. From about three people, or if your flight doesn't match the shared schedule, a private van is better value.

Yes, at no extra cost. Let us know in your booking notes so we save space.

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Read the full policy →

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