Facts about the van from Puerto Princesa SBE to El Nido
| Cheapest Van | $12 |
| Fastest Van | 5h |
| Earliest Van | 5:00 AM |
| Latest Van | 5:30 PM |
| Daily Van Routes | 17 |
| Distance | 250 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Eulen Joy Express, Fortwally Travel and Tours, Lexxus Shuttle |
Vans from Puerto Princesa SBE to El Nido
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$12
$13
Other Options
Transportation from Puerto Princesa SBE to El Nido
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Buses$ 11.92
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Taxis$ 113.07
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Vans$ 11.65
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
Puerto Princesa SBE to El Nido Destination Reviews
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Ben A- Booked van from 5pm to take us to el nido
- Read lots of blogs and reviews so expected a semi comfortable journey that would take 5-6 hours
- Called by the company at 3:15 to say meet at 5pm.
- Went to get some food and were called again and rushed to the pick up spot at 4pm
- Arrived at 4:10 and waited for 35 minutes before being taken to the minivan where we waited another 20 minutes presumably for other guests which wasn’t unexpected.
- We are 4 Australian travellers (2 males over 6ft and 2 females over 5”6)
- Read on reviews that the more comfortable ride is in the from seats and behind the driver for slightly better legroom.
- Proceeded to take the seats and were told we couldn’t because they were booked already for priority guests like elderly which we thought was odd but accepted it. We were then told to sit in the back row (please recall rough size guidance given before) which would have been physically impossible so we spread out slightly (see pictures attached
- Another group of 4 arrived and we were then told to occupy the front and unfortunately for the other group they were crammed into the back row like sardines
- After another 15 minutes and more deliberation trying to fit another group of 4 in, the driver gave up and his two colleagues got into the front and we took them round the corner to drop them off
- After dropping them we start on our 6 hour journey up to el nido although using a lot of side roads and dirt tracks which was unexpected
- We then added another random guest 20 minute drive into the countryside) then drove further down a dirt track and waited another 10 minutes after which 4 more guests crammed into the only 2 remaining seats in the back and another into the front
- Comically but worryingly we then drove off for a further 30 minutes to find ourselves back at the spot we dropped the drivers colleagues to drop the 4 most recently joined travellers off (so had spent close to 1.5hours and made absolutely no progress to our destination).
- A further 15 minute drive took place where we stopped in the middle of nowhere down more dirt tracks onto a farm to spend 20 minutes filling up the van with fuel and talking to his friends
- Eventually we leave that spot and drive down the road again to unload the passengers in the front
- 2 hours into the journey duration and 3 hours since we were hassled to arrive early and we had still not left puerto princesa
- Finally arrived at 12:30 and luckily were allowed into he accommodation
Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, May 2, 2024
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Clara VWe spent 3h in the van before leaving Puerto Princesa, just oicking uo other passengers. The pickups were tined so badly that often we had to wait for an hour for some of the passengers. The organizstion could be better so that people have to wait the minimmum amount of time possible, and making the pick up route logical would be aopreciated, instead of going around town in circles.
The drivers were poirly communicative the entire time. We often didn’t know why we were stopping, which made us more impatient.
The driving was reckless, speeding too much in small roads. The driver was driving without propper lights at some points during the night.
There was only one driver. I would feel safer if the drivers switch, 8h driving straight is not good for any human and the focus might be lost. Consider adding a second driver, as they do in long distance buses.
We arrived to El Nido 3h later than the scheduled time. I would not do this again…
Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Mar 30, 2024
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Soeren BI was more than 30 min early and the driver didnt pick me up. I was told after over an hour later that he just went without me i dont know Why. They helped me than and i could go with an other van but i was really annoyed and late.
Van Minivan, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Mar 26, 2024
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Hannah WReady with a sign the minute we walked out of the airport with our name. We only booked the night before. Driver friendly and played chilled music. Tyre blew on the way but he changed it really quickly, dropped off at our hostel.
Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Mar 5, 2024
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Patrycja WOur drive was 1 hour late, back seat very uncomfortable
Van Minivan, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Mar 2, 2024
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Fanny MNot enough seats on the van for us. Tell us that another van is coming in 10 minutes, we had to wait 1h30. Also van is not comfortable at all, we were 4 where only 3 people could fit.
Van Minivan, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Feb 10, 2024
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Nikolett POur trip started about an our later, because they collected people from the airport first. The minivan was full, we didn't have much place. The driver drove very fast and the road is bumpy.
They are not accurate, so don't expect them to be in time, especially when you want to drive early morning to El Nido for your Island hopping tour. There were some people in the minivan who had a tour in El Nido and they arrive too late. (They offered a solution to them too) We were in 1 hour delay. It was not the best travel experience in my life but they brought us from A to B, and it was about 5 hours long...so no reason to complain.
Van Minivan, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Jan 26, 2024
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Radu The driver was excellent and very kind! However, the vehicle was an absolute disaster. It was a very, very old car, no seatbelts, no license plate in the back and rusty.
Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Dec 17, 2023
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Aniol SHe was driving really fast, a bit crazy ride.
Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Nov 27, 2023
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Tara GWe were told to be there for 12:30 the bus did not leave until 2pm as other passengers and the driver had ordered hot food, we were brought to an office in a separate vehicle to other passengers and put under pressure to buy tours in el nido, possible to distract us from the huge delay. Communication regarding delay very poor we were left sitting in van with no explanation as to why. The journey itself was okay, quite full van and several other passengers coughing without covering their mouths for the whole journey.
Van Minivan, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Oct 27, 2023
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How to get from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido by Van
Van is a convenient option to get from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido. Van tickets are affordable, vans are generally do a faster job than buses, vans offer a good choice of departures.
Depending on the van type, each vehicle can accommodate between 12 and 15 passengers. Yet an evident drawback of travelling by van is limited space for the luggage. In most cases you will need to keep your bags, backpacks or suitcases under your seat or in the aisle. Thus van is not the best choice if you travel with huge luggage. F this is the case, consider buying a separate ticket for your bags or choose bus instead.
On certain routes, vans are your only choice of transportation as no buses, trains or flights are available between those destinations.
It is a popular question whether it is necessary to book van tickets in advance. Though some routes feature a lot of departures, we still highly recommend booking your seat especially if you are going to take one of the last vans of the day; travelling during weekends, public holidays or busy tourist seasons; are in a group of two or more and want to travel on the same van.
Here is the list of companies that run regular vans between Puerto Princesa SBE, van and El Nido and offer tickets for online booking.
How far is from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido?
Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Puerto Princesa SBE, van and El Nido will be about 250 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to El Nido and make detours to pick up and drop off passengers en route. If this is the case, it will result in a longer travel time – you can see it when choosing your ticket.
How long does it take to get from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido by Van?
Most vans need from 5h to 5h 30m hours to get from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido Note though that travel time depends greatly on traffic conditions. Traffic can be dense around the rush hour at both your departure point and destination. Weather conditions – e.g. heavy rain – often result in longer travel time, too.
Before booking your van tickets, check how long the trip with each operator takes as some vans follow longer routes to El Nido or make detours.
Also, it is important to know that van companies that accept online booking offer scheduled van departures; yet there are also some vans which depart only when full, and in certain cases the waiting period can be long. Thus choosing an operator that runs vans on a set schedule is always a better idea.
How much does it cost to get from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido by Van?
When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido is pre-computed. This usually includes toll fees, gas and other overheads. But, it is recommended to read the details and ask for clarifications when this is not clear at the onset.
Pre-computed fares for vans can be expensive but unlike buses and trains; you would not need to buy a ticket for each passenger. For a big group of 12 or more people, this translates to huge savings compared to getting multiple taxis.
This makes it a cheap option for travelling when in groups. The van service will also not charge extra for bags and luggage, as long as it fits inside the van.
Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido timetable
If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Puerto Princesa SBE, van to El Nido timetable for van services.
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Getting a van service for your group can offer extra space, comfort and convenience not found in other transport options. Unlike taxis or buses which have numerous trips per day, a van service is usually scheduled. But some van services do follow a scheduled departure time. Please check our listings for such services.
Having your entire group together for a long trip can add to the enjoyment. This can allow your group to discuss and even sing to your heart's content without fear of bothering others.
Just like taxis, the advantage of travelling by van is that you can ask the driver to stop by stores, supermarkets and other establishments. You can stop anywhere at any time since you are basically renting the van and not just paying for taxi fare. You can use this opportunity to take epic groupie pics at local landmarks and tourist spots.
Vans are especially useful when travelling with large and sensitive equipment like photography setups and large computers. Trunks and compartments might not be a safe holding area for fragile packages. Placing them inside the roomy and well-padded interior of van will make it more secure and safe.