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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Monte Verde

Composite routes from San Jose to Monte Verde

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
141 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Other from Terminal San Jose to Lagarto
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$45.65

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$117.71
Other from Alajuela to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$228.74

Jungle Tom Safaris Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2221 7878
Email:
Website:
jungletomsafaris.com/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$59.78–$315.22

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Email:
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$226.01

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Email:
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.70–$190.22

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Other from San José to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$108.70

TUASA

Phone:
+506 2442 6900
Email:
Website:
grupotuasa.com/index.html
Other from Terminal Tuasa San José to Lizano
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.98–$1.41

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Other from San José to Ciudad
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.33–$7.61

Transmonteverde

Phone:
+506 2645 7447
Email:
Website:
transmonteverde.com/
Other from Lagarto to Santa
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$7.07

Transpisa

Email:
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Other from Ciudad Quesada to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.85–$3.59

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Monte Verde?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Monte Verde is to bus which costs $19.57 - $52.17 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Monte Verde?

The fastest way to get from San José to Monte Verde is to shuttle which takes 1h 30m and costs $33.70 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between San José and Monte Verde?

No, there is no direct bus from San José to Monte Verde. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Jose and arriving at Santa Elena via Lagarto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from San José to Monte Verde?

The distance between San José and Monte Verde is 176 km. The road distance is 143 km.

How do I travel from San José to Monte Verde without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Monte Verde without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $19.57 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from San José to Monte Verde?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from San José to Monte Verde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San José to Monte Verde bus from?

San José to Monte Verde bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal San Jose station.

Where does the San José to Monte Verde bus arrive?

San José to Monte Verde bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Lagarto station.

Can I drive from San José to Monte Verde?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Monte Verde is 143 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from San José to Monte Verde.

Where can I stay near Monte Verde?

There are 341+ hotels available in Monte Verde. Prices start at $50.52 per night.
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