Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

Puerto Princesa
El Nido Hotel Transfer
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Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer Destination Reviews

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Camilla M
The drive itself was okay and felt save. But.. They picked me up at my accomodation at 10:30. But before the actually drive to el nido starts we were waiting at least one hours because another guest was late. So we were of course in el nido 1,5 hours later then expected. Another thing is, that they charged me 500 Php for my suitcase. I knew, that they probably charge me a bit for overweight (maximum 10 kg are allowed) but 500 was quiet a lot and other guests didn't needed to pay extra fees. It was just me. Thats not fair. One other guest has a backpack with more weight than me and didn't need to pay. They should charge everyone with overweight or no one. But not some people yes and some people no.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), May 19, 2026
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Jessye D
The driver arrived on time and the communication between myself and one of the operators was excellent - she contacted me via WhatsApp, told me exactly where to go and when the driver would be there. The drive to El Nido was long but we did get a pit stop to use the toilet and buy food and drinks. The standard of driving was pretty crazy and pretty nerve-wracking at times but we made it in one piece. We had a full bus from the start but the driver picked someone else up along the way who sat in the back with 3 others - it looked like a very tight squeeze and pretty uncomfortable. When making the booking, I was asked where I wanted to be dropped off so I named the accommodation I was staying at in El Nido town. We were all under the impression that we were getting dropped off at our accommodation. A Filipino family who were on the bus got dropped off at theirs first just outside of town and then shortly after the driver told the rest of us to get out too and that we had to go the rest of the way via tuktuk which cost an additional 150 pesos. None of us were expecting to have to pay an extra fee as we thought we’d arranged to get dropped off at our accommodations and this wasn’t mentioned at all during the ride. Something to be mindful of when booking.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Share a Ride Booking Services, May 19, 2026
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Theo T
Very disappointing experience with this transfer service. The van was supposed to leave at 1 PM, but the trip was extremely disorganized with constant unnecessary stops. We were even forced to change vehicles during the journey without any proper explanation. On top of that, the staff asked us to pay extra because one passenger was apparently missing, which was absolutely not our responsibility. Poor communication, stressful experience, and very unprofessional management. I would not recommend this service.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, May 19, 2026
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Anne S
We were picked up at our hotel and dropped at the location stated on the booking. The driver took two bathroom breaks, which was needed on a nearly six hour drive. However, the van was very crammed and not comfortable. We arrived nearly an hour after what was stated on the booking, even though the driver drove quite fast. The communication was also not great, the person behind the contact number could not even tell me the van license plate the morning of our booking and the van ended up being branded by a different company, which made things confusing. The driver made no effort to speak English and other passengers had to translate for us how long the breaks were etc.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, JCalbert, May 17, 2026
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Philip C
Bus was clean and comfortable grate driver
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Bus Lazyboy WC, Cherry Bus, May 15, 2026
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Christopher
Comfortable, on time departure and early arrival. Our hotel even helped arrange transfer with the bus company to the pickup point
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Bus Lazyboy WC, Cherry Bus, May 13, 2026
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Paul P
It was a good ride. Going via Van is the fastest way from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Center. Airport and Hotel pickup are available. Yes the car is stacked with people but everyone still has his own seat. The legroom could be a little bit better but suffices.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Share a Ride Booking Services, May 7, 2026
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Anna D
The driver used 2 more hours than anticipated to drive til El Nido, because he had to stop the vehicle so many times. He was also smoking weed while driving, which caused the ride to be very bumpy and not that comfortable.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 28, 2026
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Laura B
The van never showed up, we sitting in the heat at a random petrol station for hours.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 24, 2026
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Khaled
Pick up point is outside if the airport, u can't take carts out, so if u have heavy bags, that would be an issue. Pick was was late, my departure time was supposed to be at 7am, i was there 6.30am, untill 8.15 am no one showed, i had a whatsapp number to communicate with someone that kept on telling me driver is on the way for more than an hour! As he was "picking" other people up. Eventually, another bus came and didnt have my name on the list, but i managed to get on it. As of the ride, if you're planning on going to Elnido, do your best to try to avoid that drive, very bendy roads, u wont be enjoying the ride at all, even if the ride was private. I recommend planning to arrive through Elnido airport directly.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 20, 2026
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Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Private Van 11pax
Any time
+4h
$93.30
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Taxi
Lakkbay Travel Services
Minivan 10pax
Any time
+5h
$97.35

How to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

When you want to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 105.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 10.97.

How far is Puerto Princesa from El Nido Hotel Transfer?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 156 miles (250 km).

How long does it take to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer?

The travel time from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer?

The cost of the trip from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours): travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 10.97 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 105.46.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer:

  • Van price : USD 10.97 - USD 11.49;
  • Bus tickets - USD 11.11 to USD 14.03;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 105.46 to USD 105.46.

How many trips per day are there between Puerto Princesa and El Nido Hotel Transfer?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Puerto Princesa to El Nido depart during the day - there are approximately 11 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Puerto Princesa to El Nido any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Puerto Princesa to El Nido is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 105.46.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Puerto Princesa to El Nido. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Puerto Princesa to El Nido.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 48% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 37% decided to go for a bus.
  • 15% opted for a van.

Transportation from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

Facts about the transport from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Hotel Transfer

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day15
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCherry Bus, Eulen Joy Express, Lexxus Shuttle