Vans from La Fortuna to San Jose

Vans from La Fortuna to San Jose

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$49
 
 
$142

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La Fortuna to San Jose Van Schedule

La Fortuna to San Jose Van Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jacamar Naturalist Tour Minivan 5pax Any timeCRC 115,781
Interbus Online Van 10pax 07:45 - 10:45CRC 30,112
RideCR Minivan 09:30 - 11:30CRC 28,028
RideCR Minivan 13:45 - 16:45CRC 25,048
Tropicalia Tours and Transportation Minivan 14:00 - 16:05CRC 72,159

Transportation from La Fortuna to San Jose

Facts about the van from La Fortuna to San Jose

Cheapest Van$49
Fastest Van3h 5m
Earliest Van7:45 AM
Latest Van2:00 PM
Daily Van Routes6
Distance83 kilometers
Van CompaniesInterbus Online, Interbus Online, My Pink Bus, Tropicalia Tours and Transportation

La Fortuna to San Jose Destination Reviews

CM
Good driving!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Jun 19, 2022
JL
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!
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, May 18, 2022
LR
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.
Van Shuttle, Paradise Shuttle Costa Rica, Apr 8, 2022
AB
Very 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
MM
The 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
RS
Everything 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
DS
Luis 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
SB
Was 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 La Fortuna to San Jose by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from La Fortuna to San Jose departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from La Fortuna to San Jose by van: .

How far is La Fortuna from San Jose?

La Fortuna sits 83 km from San Jose.

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

Vans cover the distance between La Fortuna and San Jose in 3h 5m – 4h 30m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by Tropicalia Tours and Transportation. Interbus Online’s vans travel slower than others.

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

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between La Fortuna and San Jose expect to pay from USD 48.20 to USD 141.66. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. My Pink Bus is the cheapest operator on the route while Tropicalia Tours and Transportation is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.