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Costa Rica Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes in Costa Rica

Juan Santamaría International Airport to San José
30 USD
San José to La Fortuna
90,160 CRC
Tamarindo to Playa Del Coco, Sardinal
31,710 CRC
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Costa Rica taxi prices

In Costa Rica, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
669.7CRC
Price per KM
700 CRC
Waiting time per hour
3CRC
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Costa Rica city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 4169.7 CRC.

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Costa Rica taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Costa Rica?

A 5km ride in Costa Rica costs about 4169.7 CRC. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Costa Rica?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Costa Rica or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Costa Rica as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Costa Rica?

If you can’t find a taxi Costa Rica or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Costa Rica?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Costa Rica taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Costa Rica.

What’s the price of Taxi in Costa Rica per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Costa Rica is 669.7 CRC. Each KM is then priced at 700.0 CRC. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 3,775.0 CRC per hour.

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