Title: Taxi or private transfer: choose before you land | PUJ RIDE
Locale: en
Canonical HTML URL: https://pujride.com/en/guides/taxi-vs-private-transfer
Updated: September 2026
Author: PUJ dispatch desk, Punta Cana
Operator: PUJ RIDE — A&M Caribbean Group SRL

# Taxi or private transfer: choose before you land

PUJ RIDE travel guide

## Direct answer

Both options can get you to your hotel. The difference is when you arrange the journey: at the airport after landing, or before travelling with the destination and price already confirmed.

Prices are one-way, per vehicle, taxes included, 1–6 passengers. 7–14 passengers move to a van: Standard +20 / VIP +40 on local zones. Private only — no shared seats, no night surcharge, no prepayment to hold. Rate list updated September 2026.

## Compare the same journey

Ask for the total for your entire group, including luggage and the exact hotel. A price for a nearby resort or a smaller vehicle is not a useful comparison. Confirm the currency and payment method before setting off.

## Decide how much to arrange ahead

A taxi suits travellers happy to organise transport on arrival. A private reservation suits those who want a named pickup plan and less decision-making after a flight. PUJ RIDE prices are per vehicle; use the booking form to see the option for your group.

## Current PUJ RIDE zone prices

| Zone | Drive time | Standard | VIP |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cap Cana | 10–15 min | $29 | $69 |
| Punta Cana Village / Puntacana Resort | 10–15 min | $29 | $69 |
| Cabeza de Toro | 15–20 min | $32 | $75 |
| Bávaro / El Cortecito / Los Corales | 20–30 min | $35 | $79 |
| Arena Gorda | 25–35 min | $42 | $89 |
| Macao | 30–40 min | $49 | $99 |
| Uvero Alto | 45–60 min | $60 | $119 |
| Miches / Playa Esmeralda | 90–150 min | $129 | $219 |
| Bayahibe / Dominicus | 60–75 min | $110 | $179 |
| La Romana / Casa de Campo | 60–80 min | $125 | $199 |
| Las Terrenas / Samaná / Las Galeras | 3–4 h | $299 | $399 |
| Santo Domingo (city or SDQ) | 2.5–3 h | $250 | $349 |

Full price list: https://pujride.com/en/prices

Use the booking form for your passenger count and journey type. Confirm custom stops and unusual luggage before travelling.

## Related pages

- [Full price list](https://pujride.com/en/prices)
- [How pickup works](https://pujride.com/en/how-it-works)
- [FAQ](https://pujride.com/en/faq)
- [Uber or a booked ride at PUJ?](https://pujride.com/en/guides/uber-at-puj-airport)
- [Shared shuttle or your own vehicle?](https://pujride.com/en/guides/shared-shuttle-vs-private)
- [How far is your hotel from PUJ?](https://pujride.com/en/guides/transfer-times-from-puj)
- [Your PUJ transfer price, explained](https://pujride.com/en/guides/how-much-is-a-puj-airport-transfer)

## Contact

WhatsApp +1 849 377 5889 · info@cana.tours · PUJ RIDE (A&M Caribbean Group SRL), Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.