Cobano City Car Hire

The Cobano area on southern Nicoya Peninsula is a hub for surfers and nature lovers, located 35 km from Santa Teresa and 20 km from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. With 3 car rental companies in the area, you can easily rent a car to explore the peninsula's remote beaches and jungle. Cobano town, 1 km south of the airport area, is the peninsula's largest service center with banks, pharmacies, and grocery stores.

Paquera with its ferry terminal to Puntarenas is 35 km north and takes approximately 50 minutes via Route 624. Rent your car in the Cobano area and avoid driving to Santa Teresa in the dark – the roads are narrow, gravel, and lack streetlights. Visit Montezuma Waterfall, 5 km south of Cobano, in the morning before the tour buses arrive.

Check the Paquera ferry schedule in advance if you plan to leave the peninsula with the car. How far is it from Cobano to Santa Teresa? It is 35 km and takes 50–60 minutes via gravel road – 4x4 is strongly recommended.

Are there gas stations near the Cobano area? Yes, there is a gas station in Cobano town, 1 km south of the airport area – it's the only one nearby. Can I drive to Jacó from Cobano?

Yes, via the Paquera ferry and Route 17, it's a total of 130 km and takes 3–3.5 hours including the ferry crossing.

We compare prices from all major providers at Cobanocythere Airport Area so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.