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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Composite routes from San Jose to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Cheapest
2 h 40 min
Car
144 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 44 min
112 km.
from $230.89
5 h 23 min
112 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 1 min
112 km.
from $274.89
3 h 59 min
80 km.
from $301.20
4 h 44 min
80 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
info@ridecr.com
Website:
ridecr.com/
Other from Alajuela to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$267.73
Other from La Fortuna to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$311.70

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Email:
jorge27fm@gmail.com
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Other from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.44–$222.65

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
info@zumatours.net
Website:
zumatours.net/
Other from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$120.86

Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles

Phone:
+506 2755 1024
Email:
tours@williestourscostarica
Website:
williestourscostarica.com
Other from La Fortuna to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$299.04

TUASA

Phone:
+506 2442 6900
Email:
contraloriadeservicios@grupotuasa.com
Website:
grupotuasa.com/index.html
Other from Terminal Tuasa San José to Lizano
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.65
Other from Lizano to Avenida
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.65
Other from Terminal Tuasa San José to Aeropuerto
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.65

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
contraloriadeservicios.buses@gmail.com
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Other from San José to La
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$8.91
Other from San José to Ciudad
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.91

Transpisa

Email:
contraloriaserviciostranspisa@hotmail.com
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Other from Ciudad Quesada to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$4.20
Other from Upala to La
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.18–$7.63

Transporzuma

Phone:
+506 8821 6277
Website:
facebook.com/Transporzuma/
Other from La Fortuna to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

The fastest way to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is to bus and shuttle via Lizano which takes 2h 44m and costs $229.35 - $231.52 .

Is there a direct bus between San José and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

No, there is no direct bus from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. However, there are services departing from San José and arriving at Monteverde via La Fortuna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

The distance between San José and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is 192 km. The road distance is 146 km.

How do I travel from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve without a car is to bus and shuttle via Lizano which takes 2h 44m and costs $229.35 - $231.52 .

How long does it take to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve bus from?

San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, depart from San José station.

Where does the San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve bus arrive?

San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, arrive at La Fortuna station.

Can I drive from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from San José to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Where can I stay near Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve?

There are 621+ hotels available in Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Prices start at $122.83 per night.
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