Uber from SJO airport
Aug 7, 2016, 11:42 am
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Uber from SJO airport
Having done some prior research it looks like Uber is available here and quite a bit cheaper than taking a local taxi. I've found that the airport does have free WiFi, so just wondering of any recent experience in either getting an Uber and also using the WiFi i.e. is it stable enough to use upon arrival?
Aug 8, 2016, 12:07 am
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Having done some prior research it looks like Uber is available here and quite a bit cheaper than taking a local taxi. I've found that the airport does have free WiFi, so just wondering of any recent experience in either getting an Uber and also using the WiFi i.e. is it stable enough to use upon arrival?
But I know that some people has managed to do it, and have used Uber at the airport after clearing customs.
You may try, but it's unlikely that you can get connected. You can go upstairs, at the departures level, where the signal is stronger.
Aug 21, 2016, 9:42 am
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Just to report back - the WiFi was very flakey and I couldn't even get it to work in the departures area. I popped upstairs to the Lavazza and they were happy to let me piggyback on their WiFi. All sorted and trip into town was around 5k CRC (~£7) - bargain.
Aug 21, 2016, 12:30 pm
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Niiiiiice job and welcome to Costa Rica, pura vida! ^
Nov 14, 2016, 12:22 pm
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So there was no problem getting a Uber vehicle up to the terminal? Did you have problems finding one another since you lost Wifi once you stepped outside the airport?
Nov 14, 2016, 12:34 pm
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Feb 23, 2017, 10:40 am
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Any experience with long distance Uber rides? I do it in the states and often find willing drivers.
I am needing a 4 hour drive to Playa del Coco.
Thanks
I am needing a 4 hour drive to Playa del Coco.
Thanks
May 23, 2017, 9:21 pm
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That is way too long of a ride, you won't be able to use uber for that.
May 26, 2017, 10:44 pm
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There are some taxis in Costa Rica that will take advantage of tourists. I have a relative who drives in SJO, and he's told me some stories. Some just refuse to turn the meter (maria) on.
There are some taxis with fast meters, too. You definitely need to negotiate prices with taxis up front. I'd guess $100-150 from San Jose to Jaco. There are plenty of shuttle buses, too.
In my younger days, I took the public buses from Coca Cola, or similar downtown SJO areas for $3-4. Probably more than that now.
There are some taxis with fast meters, too. You definitely need to negotiate prices with taxis up front. I'd guess $100-150 from San Jose to Jaco. There are plenty of shuttle buses, too.
In my younger days, I took the public buses from Coca Cola, or similar downtown SJO areas for $3-4. Probably more than that now.