Easy Ride

4.6
20 customer reviews
  • About
  • Popular Routes
  • Stations
  • Reviews
  • Schedule and Timetable

About Easy Ride

The two principal things which make travelling by van so attractive are a wide choice of destinations and affordable prices. Not all vans offer top comfort, enough legroom, or luggage space, but these two points compensate. Besides, it is always vans that launch new routes to emerging destinations paving the road to big bus operators if necessary or remaining the only means of transport to bring you there. Very often, vans offer faster service than big buses, more flexible timetable, and more readily adapt to travellers’ needs in the sense of schedule – if there is a temporary growth in demand due to long weekends or national holidays, vans add more vehicles to their daily fleet easier than other operators. Note though that sometimes vans operate from their own van stations or terminals or have a dedicated section in bigger bus terminals. Always check your van's departure and arrival point as it is not necessarily located at the main bus station.

Easy Ride is one of the operators to check if you are going to travel by van. They provide reliable van service and offer tickets with easy and secure online booking.

Easy Ride Popular Stations

Here is the list of the main terminals from where Easy Ride’s vans operate:

  • La Fortuna Hotel Transfer
  • Dominical Hotel Transfer
  • Monteverde Hotel Transfer
  • Sierpe Hotel Transfer
  • San Juan del Sur Transfer
  • Uvita Hotel Transfer
  • Juan Santamaria Airport
  • Papagayo Peninsula Transfer
  • Jaco Hotel Transfer
  • Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer
  • Liberia International Airport
  • Puerto Jimenez Transfer
  • Granada Hotel Transfer
  • Tamarindo Hotel Transfer
  • San Jose Hotel Transfer

Easy Ride Top Destinations

Some of the most popular routes on Easy Ride’s route map include but are not limited to:

Easy Ride Ticket Prices & Van Classes

Opposite to trains or bigger buses, vans rarely offer you a choice of ticket class. All the seats are the same – call it standard, VIP, or whatever. What can differ, though, is the type of the van itself. Some vans seat only 9-10 passengers. For travellers this means wider seats, more space, and a more comfortable trip. Vans which accommodate up to 15 passengers are also ok but be ready to sacrifice on space for your legs and elbows and very often – for your luggage, too. Sometimes it can be a good idea to buy two seats instead of one to ensure a more comfortable ride – yet it pays to check with the operator if they allow this on your route. Before you book your van ticket, read reviews on Easy Ride van service to see what to expect.

Travel by Van: Pros & Cons

Pros of VanTravel

  • Vans can be the only way to reach some of the most remote destinations, smaller towns or villages which are connected neither by big buses nor trains.
  • Vans can also take you to some islands connected with the mainland by large car ferries which do not take big buses but take vans on board, too.
  • Due to a smaller size compared to big buses, vans are more maneuverable on the road. It sometimes results in shorter travel time, especially if your destination is not far away.
  • While vans do have an official stop enroute, they can also get you off at a more convenient point – no need to go to the terminal, just ask your driver. Note that it is not always possible, but in many cases, they will cooperate. It can save you both time and money you would have otherwise spent getting off the terminal on foot or by taxi.

Cons of Van Travel

  • Vans accommodating more passengers may feel quite cramped. Expect limited space for your legs and elbows. Some vans limit the luggage for one ticket to one piece. If you have more bags, suitcases, or backpacks, you may be asked to buy a separate ticket for your luggage, which makes the trip twice as expensive.
  • Not all vans run on schedule. On certain routes, vans leave only when full. Do check it with your operator before buying your ticket, otherwise, you may end up waiting much longer than expected until the van fills up.
  • If there are more reckless drivers on any other means of transport than on vans, we are unaware of it. Some companies install speed control units on their vehicles, but it is not a rare case to hear this unit beeping the whole trip through with the driver not paying attention to it. Always remember to buckle your seatbelt while travelling by van. Though sometimes you will need to make an investigation to find out where your seatbelt is.
  • For those prone to motion sickness there is a good piece of advice: take your medicine half an hour before your van trip, especially if your route includes winding stretches. You are more likely to feel motion sick travelling by van than by bus.
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Easy Ride Popular Routes

Manuel Antonio - Uvita
07:30, 13:30, 18:30
San Jose - Guanacaste Province
07:00, 08:00
Guanacaste Province - Manuel Antonio
14:00
San Jose - Manuel Antonio
04:30, 10:00, 15:00, 17:30
Uvita - San Jose
06:00, 10:30, 15:30
La Fortuna - Monteverde Puntarenas
08:00, 14:00
Monteverde Puntarenas - Manuel Antonio
08:00, 14:00
Manuel Antonio - San Jose
07:30, 12:00, 16:45
San Jose - Puntarenas
04:30, 10:00, 15:00, 17:30
Uvita - Puntarenas
08:45
Puntarenas - San Jose
06:30, 09:00, 09:30, 11:00, 13:30, 15:45, 18:30
Puntarenas - Manuel Antonio
09:30, 09:45
Manuel Antonio - Puntarenas
07:30, 12:15, 13:30, 16:45
Monteverde Puntarenas - San Jose
08:00, 14:00
Guanacaste Province - San Jose
14:00
San Jose - Uvita
04:30, 10:00, 15:00, 17:30
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Easy Ride Schedule & Timetable

ClassDeparture StationArrival StationDepartureArrivalTravel time
MinivanUvita Hotel TransferManuel Antonio Hotel Transfer18:3019:451h 15m
MinivanUvita Hotel TransferManuel Antonio Hotel Transfer13:3014:451h 15m
MinivanUvita Hotel TransferManuel Antonio Hotel Transfer07:3008:451h 15m
MinivanTamarindo Hotel TransferSan Jose Hotel Transfer07:0012:005h 0m
MinivanTamarindo Hotel TransferSan Jose Hotel Transfer07:0012:005h 0m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferTamarindo Hotel Transfer14:0020:306h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferTamarindo Hotel Transfer14:0020:306h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferMonteverde Hotel Transfer14:0018:304h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferMonteverde Hotel Transfer08:0012:304h 30m
MinivanMonteverde Hotel TransferLa Fortuna Hotel Transfer14:0017:303h 30m
MinivanMonteverde Hotel TransferLa Fortuna Hotel Transfer08:0011:303h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport17:3021:003h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport15:0018:303h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport10:0013:303h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport04:3008:003h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport17:3021:003h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport15:0018:303h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport10:0013:303h 30m
MinivanManuel Antonio Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport04:3008:003h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer06:0010:304h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer15:3020:004h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer10:3015:004h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer06:0010:304h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer15:3020:004h 30m
MinivanJuan Santamaria AirportUvita Hotel Transfer10:3015:004h 30m
MinivanPuerto Jimenez TransferUvita Hotel Transfer08:4511:152h 30m
MinivanSierpe Hotel TransferJaco Hotel Transfer06:0010:004h 0m
MinivanDominical Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport17:3021:304h 0m
MinivanDominical Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport15:0019:004h 0m
MinivanDominical Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria Airport10:0014:004h 0m

Easy Ride Stations

La Fortuna Hotel TransferDominical Hotel TransferMonteverde Hotel TransferSierpe Hotel TransferSan Juan del Sur TransferUvita Hotel TransferJuan Santamaria AirportPapagayo Peninsula TransferJaco Hotel TransferManuel Antonio Hotel TransferLiberia International AirportPuerto Jimenez TransferGranada Hotel TransferTamarindo Hotel TransferSan Jose Hotel Transfer

Easy Ride Company Reviews

R M
The trip was very long 5 hours instead of 3.
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Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Dec 18, 2022
A L
The ride was ok!
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Sep 8, 2022
A L
The ride was ok!
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Sep 8, 2022
V M
Minivan was on time and the driver was very friendly. We made a nice stop halfway through the journey and saw some crocodiles in the river! The driver pointed out interesting things as we travelled along too. The driving here scares me a little bit as everyone drives so close together, but that just seems to be how it is! The van had working seatbelts, which was a big plus too.
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 31, 2022
V M
Minivan was on time and the driver was very friendly. We made a nice stop halfway through the journey and saw some crocodiles in the river! The driver pointed out interesting things as we travelled along too. The driving here scares me a little bit as everyone drives so close together, but that just seems to be how it is! The van had working seatbelts, which was a big plus too.
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 31, 2022
A M
Great driver. Very friendly and helpful. He even gave us snacks
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 28, 2022
A M
Great driver. Very friendly and helpful. He even gave us snacks
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 28, 2022
S S
Our driver was wonderful!
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 11, 2022
S S
Our driver was wonderful!
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 11, 2022
A L
Very nice driver, thank you Andres for the ride ;)
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 6, 2022
A L
Very nice driver, thank you Andres for the ride ;)
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jul 6, 2022
M P
The driver was super nice and there on time
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 14, 2022
M P
The driver was super nice and there on time
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 14, 2022
S F
Awesome
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 4, 2022
S F
Awesome
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Jun 4, 2022
P K
Driver was able to accommodate us with a change in directions after a rock slide block the road. He also did some historical narrative, glad we had a bilingual passenger with us.
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 11, 2022
P K
Driver was able to accommodate us with a change in directions after a rock slide block the road. He also did some historical narrative, glad we had a bilingual passenger with us.
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 11, 2022
R E
Good bus - helpful driver. However arrived 30 minutes late arrived at destination an hour late
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 5, 2022
R E
Good bus - helpful driver. However arrived 30 minutes late arrived at destination an hour late
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, May 5, 2022
M C
Van Minivan, Easy Ride, Dec 11, 2022
4.6
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