San Jose to La Fortuna

San Jose to La Fortuna

San Jose
La Fortuna
Feb 7, 2028
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San Jose to La Fortuna Destination Reviews

CM
Christine M
Good driving!
San Jose to La Fortuna, Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 19, 2022
MP
Melanie P
Pick up was even a few minutes early and our driver was great! He helped carrying the luggage, welcomed everyone, told us he could stop whenever we need it and the approximate time of our arrival. Sounds just normal but I have never experienced that before. Thanks, that was a nice shuttle!
San Jose to La Fortuna, Bus Standard, RideCR, May 31, 2022
DK
David K
Friendly and convenient!
San Jose to La Fortuna, Bus Standard, RideCR, May 25, 2022
JL
Jessica L
My husband and I had a great experience transferring from the San Jose airport to La Fortuna. We were delayed in customs for longer than expected, but I was able to reach a customer service agent who got in contact with the bus driver and delayed the departure a few minutes for us. We really appreciated it! The ride was comfortable and our driver told us interesting facts along the way. We even arrived a little ahead of schedule!
San Jose to La Fortuna, Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, May 18, 2022
CC
Catherine C
Very nice! It is worth to pay more than the bus to have someone pick you up and drop you off anywhere you want and you have AC! My sister and I felt safe all the way!
San Jose to La Fortuna, Bus Standard, RideCR, May 15, 2022
LR
Leonie R
Ride was fine, but the driver had to pick up others and therefore drove around. I arrived at 11:15 at the airport instead of the promised 10:00. Gave me a lot of stress in combination with my flight 1,5 hours later. And it wasn’t communicated upfront.
San Jose to La Fortuna, Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 8, 2022
XG
Xin G
Good and clean shuttle. The driver arrive on time.
San Jose to La Fortuna, Bus Standard, RideCR, Apr 3, 2022
JS
Jara S
Amazing! Will use them again - super fast and friendly.
San Jose to La Fortuna, Bus Standard, RideCR, Apr 2, 2022
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San Jose to La Fortuna Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Interbus Online
Van 9pax
Any time
+2h 50m
$199.16
Van
Amigo Transfer
Minivan
06:30
10:00
$45.00
Van
Interbus Online
Van 10pax
07:00
11:00
$44.07
  5.0
Van
Daytrip Shuttle
Shared Van 10pax
07:45
10:59
$45.00
Van
My Pink Bus
Minivan
08:01
12:00
$39.00
  4.9
Van
Daytrip Shuttle
Shared Van 10pax
08:40
12:04
$45.00
Van
Volcano Travel
Shuttle
09:00
11:30
$31.00
  5.0
Van
Daytrip Shuttle
Shared Van 10pax
13:00
16:14
$45.00
Van
Volcano Travel
Shuttle
13:30
17:00
$31.00
Van
Daytrip Shuttle
Shared Van 10pax
13:55
17:19
$45.00
Van
Volcano Travel
Shuttle
14:30
17:00
$31.00
  5.0
Van
Costa 24 7
Shuttle
15:00
18:00
$99.00

How to get from San Jose to La Fortuna

When you want to get from San Jose to La Fortuna, 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 Van 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 864.85. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 54.63.

How far is San Jose from La Fortuna?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from San Jose to La Fortuna. Your trip will be a total of 77 miles (123 km). The flying distance is 77 miles (123 km).

How long does it take to get from San Jose to La Fortuna?

The travel time from San Jose to La Fortuna can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from San Jose to La Fortuna?

The cost of the trip from San Jose to La Fortuna varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Amazing Go Costa Rica: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 54.63 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 864.85.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from San Jose to La Fortuna:

  • Bus tickets - USD 53.68 to USD 53.68;
  • Van price : USD 54.63 - USD 130.95;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 65.98. From San Jose to La Fortuna starting from 07:00 San Jose Hotel Transfer until 07:00 San Jose Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 56.26 to USD 864.85.

How many trips per day are there between San Jose and La Fortuna?

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

  • Vans from San Jose to La Fortuna depart during the day - there are approximately 11 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from San Jose to La Fortuna any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from San Jose to La Fortuna 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 San Jose to La Fortuna. 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 56.26.

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 San Jose to La Fortuna. 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 San Jose to La Fortuna.

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 San Jose to La Fortuna

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from San Jose to La Fortuna? 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:

  • 34% chosen taxi+Van
  • 31% opted for a van.
  • 21% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 14% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from San Jose to La Fortuna

Facts about the transport from San Jose to La Fortuna

Cheapest Transport$54
Fastest Transport2h 27m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure2:45 PM
Departures per day34
Distance123 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmazing Go Costa Rica, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Interbus Online, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR, Tropicalia Tours and Transportation, Volcano Travel