Facts about the van from San Jose to La Fortuna
| Cheapest Van | $54 |
| Fastest Van | 3h 5m |
| Earliest Van | 6:15 AM |
| Latest Van | 2:00 PM |
| Daily Van Routes | 4 |
| Distance | 123 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Interbus Online, Interbus Online, Tropicalia Tours and Transportation |
Vans from San Jose to La Fortuna
Best Options
$142
$142
Other Options
Transportation from San Jose to La Fortuna
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Buses$ 49.71
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Taxis$ 46.42
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Vans$ 53.17
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
San Jose to La Fortuna Destination Reviews
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Christine MGood driving!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 19, 2022
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Jessica LMy 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!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, May 18, 2022
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Leonie RRide 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.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 8, 2022
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Andreas BVery pleasant ride with a nice gentleman. Felt safe and it was coordinated very well. Our driver was at the specified place at the exact right time.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Mar 20, 2022
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Magdalena MThe ride was ok, unfortunately they were over an hour late, which after a long flight was not great. It seemed as if they forgot about us, so I actually had to get in touch and double check they are coming. Other than that, everything else was good
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Mar 16, 2022
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Robin SEverything worked great and we get picked up at our Hotel. The driver was very kind and told us a lot about Costa Rica.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Feb 17, 2022
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Dillon SLuis walked around with a sign until he found me. He loaded my luggage. Was very friendly. We stopped about half way to our destination to eat and use the facilities. Ultimately he got us to our hotel in good time.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jan 10, 2022
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Shawn BWas surprised to see a nice car pull up. Driver slowed postponed when possible for me to take a photo! Music was good. No problems!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jan 8, 2022
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How to get from San Jose to La Fortuna by Van
Van is a convenient option to get from San Jose to La Fortuna. 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 San Jose and La Fortuna and offer tickets for online booking.
How far is from San Jose to La Fortuna?
Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between San Jose and La Fortuna will be about 123 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to La Fortuna 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 San Jose to La Fortuna by Van?
Most vans need from 3h 5m to 3h 5m hours to get from San Jose to La Fortuna 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 La Fortuna 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 San Jose to La Fortuna by Van?
When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from San Jose to La Fortuna 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.
San Jose to La Fortuna timetable
If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above San Jose to La Fortuna timetable for van services.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
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.