7 tips about Costa Rica’s bus drivers for expats
As I have alluded to in my books and the previous article, traveling by bus is affordable in Costa Rica since the cost is no more than $10 dollars to travel to most places in Costa Rica. Bus schedules for both long-distance travel and routes within the city can be found online. See: https://costa-rica-guide.com/travel/transportation/bus-schedule/
It is important to understand that visitors, residents, and Costa Rican have certain rights when traveling by bus or taxi. Furthermore, Bus drivers have certain rules with which they must comply to ensure the safety of passengers.
- Bus drivers cannot drive to a gas station to buy fuel. This rule applies to taxi drivers also.
- Neither bus or taxi drivers can refuse service for senior citizens or the handicapped.
- The driver is not allowed to keep the door of the bus open when it is moving.
- The driver cannot exceed the number of passengers permitted.
- They also are not allowed to use their cell phones while driving.
- Drivers cannot Deny refuse those with service dogs, access to the bus
- Change the established bus route unless there is an emergency.
When a driver does not respect any of these rules, you can report him by calling 9-1-1
