Car Hire in Ceiba Center

Ceiba on Puerto Rico's east coast is the gateway to the islands of Vieques and Culebra via the ferry at Ceiba Ferry Terminal, 3 km from downtown. With one rental company on site, you can easily combine mainland nature with island hopping in the Caribbean. Ceiba is located 70 km southeast of San Juan via PR-3 and is the starting point for excursions to Fajardo Marina, 15 km to the north.

South along PR-53 you reach Humacao and Palmas del Mar in 20 minutes. Remember that your rental car cannot be taken on the ferry to Vieques or Culebra – park in Ceiba and hire local transportation on the islands. Fill up your tank in Ceiba center before heading out on rural roads to the south.

Be sure to visit Bosque Estatal de Carite, 30 km to the west via PR-30, for cool rainforest experiences. Can I drive my rental car to Ceiba Ferry Terminal? Yes, you can drive there and park, but your rental car cannot be taken onboard the ferry to Vieques or Culebra according to most rental companies' terms.

How far is it from Ceiba to San Juan by car? Via PR-53 and PR-3 it's approximately 70 km, which takes 1–1.5 hours depending on traffic. Are there gas stations near Ceiba center?

Yes, there are several gas stations along PR-3 in and around Ceiba center. Fill up before heading out on more remote roads to the south.

We compare prices from all major providers at Ceiba Center 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.