Plenty of guests book a flight to Punta Cana before they realise Casa de Campo® is not in Punta Cana at all. It sits an hour west, in La Romana, and the gap between the two is the single most common arrival mix-up we untangle. The good news: the Punta Cana to Casa de Campo transfer is a smooth, scenic run on a modern toll road, and with the right arrangement you are at your villa door barely an hour after landing.
This guide covers the route, the realistic 2026 costs, and the options worth booking — plus the one thing that catches first-timers out.
The Route: PUJ to La Romana
Casa de Campo lies roughly 70 kilometres (about 45 miles) west of Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), along the Autovía del Coral. That is a modern, well-maintained toll highway, and the drive takes about 50 minutes to an hour in normal traffic — closer to 75 minutes if you land during a busy afternoon or hit roadworks. The resort sets out the same route on its own how to get here page.
It is an easy, uneventful journey: dual carriageway most of the way, a couple of toll booths, and flat coastal scenery rather than mountain switchbacks. There is no need to fear the drive, and no need for a 4×4 or anything special. The only variable is traffic, which is why a late-evening landing usually clears faster than a mid-afternoon one.
For context, the resort’s own airport — La Romana International (LRM) — is just ten minutes from the villas, so if you can fly into LRM the transfer question almost disappears. We cover that trade-off in detail in our La Romana vs Punta Cana airport guide. But PUJ has far more international routes, so for many guests the slightly longer transfer is a fair price for a direct, well-timed flight.
Your Transfer Options
There are four sensible ways to cover the Punta Cana to Casa de Campo transfer, and they suit different travellers.
Private Transfer Arranged Through Your Villa
The simplest option, and the one most of our guests choose, is a private door-to-door transfer arranged as part of the villa booking. A driver meets you in the arrivals hall, helps with luggage, and takes you straight to your villa in an air-conditioned vehicle sized to your group — a sedan for a couple, an SUV or van for a family. No queues, no negotiating, no working out which exit to take. You are greeted by name and on your way within minutes of clearing customs.
This is the route we recommend for almost everyone, because the timing is matched to your flight and the vehicle is waiting whether you land early or your connection runs late.
Third-Party Private Transfer Companies
Several independent companies run private PUJ-to-La Romana transfers, typically priced from around $85 to $130 one way for a private vehicle of up to six passengers, depending on size and operator. They are a reasonable option, though you take on the admin of booking, confirming, and finding your driver yourself — and quality varies between operators.
Taxi
A taxi from the PUJ rank is possible but rarely the bargain it looks. Airport taxi rates for the full run to La Romana are often similar to, or higher than, a pre-booked private transfer, without the fixed price or the meet-and-greet. For a journey of this length, pre-booking almost always wins.
Rental Car
If you want a car for your whole stay, collecting a rental at PUJ and driving the Autovía del Coral yourself is straightforward — the road is good and the route is simple. Bear in mind, though, that Casa de Campo is a self-contained resort where most guests get around by golf cart, so a hire car often sits unused after arrival. It makes most sense if you plan day trips to Santo Domingo, Higüey, or beyond.
Helicopter
For the time-pressed or the celebrating, a helicopter transfer from PUJ to the Casa de Campo heliport turns an hour’s drive into a short, scenic hop. It is a luxury rather than a necessity, but it exists, and your concierge can arrange it.
What It Costs in 2026
A private door-to-door transfer is the benchmark most guests care about. Independent operators generally charge from around $85 to $130 one way for a private vehicle seating up to six, with larger vans and minibuses costing more. A taxi runs in a similar range without the fixed price. A rental car varies by season and vehicle, and Casa de Campo guests receive preferential rates.
When your transfer is arranged through your villa booking, the convenience is the point: a confirmed price, a named driver, the right-sized vehicle, and someone tracking your flight so a delay does not leave you stranded. For a family arriving after a long travel day, that certainty is worth more than shaving a few dollars off a taxi fare.
Booking Your Punta Cana to Casa de Campo Transfer
A few practicalities make the arrival seamless.
Book ahead rather than on arrival — a pre-arranged transfer means your driver is waiting as you exit, instead of you joining a queue after a long flight. Share your flight number so the driver can track delays; a good operator adjusts to your actual landing time at no extra cost. If you are travelling with young children, request child seats when you book, as they are not guaranteed on the spot. And confirm the meeting point: for a private transfer it is almost always a driver holding your name just outside arrivals.
If you book your villa with us, all of this is handled for you. Tell us your flight details and group size, and a private transfer is arranged to match — you simply walk out and go. You can see what else is included in our guest services, or browse villas on our accommodation page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the transfer from Punta Cana to Casa de Campo?
About 50 minutes to an hour by road via the Autovía del Coral, covering roughly 70 kilometres. Allow up to 75 minutes if you land in heavy afternoon traffic.
How much does a Punta Cana to Casa de Campo transfer cost?
A private one-way transfer typically runs from around $85 to $130 for a vehicle of up to six passengers in 2026, depending on vehicle size and operator. Larger vans cost more. When arranged through your villa booking, you get a confirmed price and a meet-and-greet.
Should I fly into Punta Cana or La Romana for Casa de Campo?
La Romana (LRM) is only about ten minutes from the resort, so it is the most convenient if a suitable route exists. Punta Cana (PUJ) has many more international flights, so the longer transfer is often worth it. Our airport comparison guide weighs both in detail.
Is the drive from Punta Cana safe?
Yes. The Autovía del Coral is a modern, well-maintained toll highway with straightforward, mostly flat driving. A pre-booked private transfer with a professional driver is the easiest and most comfortable way to do it.
Related Reading
- Flying Into La Romana vs. Punta Cana: Which Airport for Casa de Campo
- Casa de Campo Villas Private Jet Access
- Things to Do at Casa de Campo: The Complete Guide
Flying into Punta Cana? Send us your flight details and group size, and we will have a private transfer waiting so you go straight from arrivals to your villa.