I felt a mixture of anger and downright disbelief, when I thought of how much better the bus service was in Costa Rica than in the United States. Better of course, doesn't mean that the buses are in better condition than in the U.S., but it does mean that public bus transportation in Costa Rica is much more abundant, frequent and cheaper. However, the bus isn't the only means of transportation that tourists can use while they visit Costa Rica. Lots of these cars are four-wheel drives, but they're not used only for rural roads, since potholes abound in main streets in major cities. People who have never driven in Costa Rica before, must be psychologically prepared to do so.
Some drivers here are reckless and rude, especially in a major city.
Taxis, like buses, offer excellent service and they are much cheaper than in other countries. All taxis in the cities have a meter, which you must make sure is turned on when you enter the cab. Taxis charge more if they leave the city, so you must make sure to ask about an approximate amount before being taken there. Buses are a good option if you want to travel cheaply, and as I've mentioned before, they are abundant. They can get pretty crowded sometimes, and people have to ride standing up and holding on to a rail, but this doesn't really matter for short rides.