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How to get from
La Fortuna to San Jose
San Jose to La Fortuna
La Fortuna to San Jose Trip Overview
Either a minivan or bus is the most convenient way to get from La Fortuna to San Jose. Buses are much more affordable; however, only one direct bus makes the trip per day while five minivan operators perform daily transports. San Jose, Costa Rica is best known for its waterfalls, cloud forests, museums, and historic buildings. There is plenty of sightseeing and exploring to do throughout the city. It can be rainy in San Jose, but November and April provide the driest months to travel.
 | Distance | Distance 71 km (44.4 miles) | ||
 | Price range | Price range $45-$381 | ||
 | Ride Duration Range | Ride Duration Range 2h 30m-4h 40m | ||
 | Earliest Departure | Earliest Departure 13:00 | ||
 | Latest Departure | Latest Departure 23:30 | ||
 | Most Popular Operator | Most Popular Operator |
| Distance | Distance 71 km (44.4 miles) | ||
| Price range | Price range $45-$381 | ||
| Ride Duration Range | Ride Duration Range 2h 30m-4h 40m | ||
| Earliest Departure | Earliest Departure 13:00 | ||
| Latest Departure | Latest Departure 23:30 | ||
| Most Popular Operator | Most Popular Operator |
Either a minivan or bus is the most convenient way to get from La Fortuna to San Jose. Buses are much more affordable; however, only one direct bus makes the trip per day while five minivan operators perform daily transports. San Jose, Costa Rica is best known for its waterfalls, cloud forests, museums, and historic buildings. There is plenty of sightseeing and exploring to do throughout the city. It can be rainy in San Jose, but November and April provide the driest months to travel.
Taking a minivan from La Fortuna to San Jose
Fastest minivan: 2h 30m
Cheapest minivan: $49
About the ride from La Fortuna to San Jose
La Fortuna to San Jose Route Information
The distance between and is 44 miles, or approximately 71 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from La Fortuna to San Jose, including bus, van, and car.
The earliest departure leaves at 13:00 and has a duration of 3 hours 55 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by minivan, which takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: A/C, Reclining Seats, Wifi, Food , English Speaking Staff, Charger, and Pets allowed .
La Fortuna to San Jose by bus
- Starting Price: $44.92
- 2 departures a day, or 14 departures a week
- Review Rating: 4.7/5
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Shuttle and Coaster.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all options.
La Fortuna to San Jose by van
- Starting Price: $49
- 1 departures a day, or 7 departures a week
- Review Rating: 4.9/5
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Shuttle and Standard.
Each offer includes an individual seat with basic passenger necessities, unless the offer is for a private cabin with room for multiple passengers. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability
La Fortuna to San Jose by car
- Starting Price: $271.4
- 48 departures a day, or 336 departures a week
The only travel class available is SUV.
Cars include a driver and room for up to 4 passengers to fulfill basic passenger necessities. This option is more comfortable and the pickup and dropoff locations are flexible. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability
Companies Operating from La Fortuna to San Jose
Average price
$45
Average time
3h 55m - 4h 40m
Average price
$49 - $165
Average time
2h 30m - 3h 30m
Popular stations and stops in La Fortuna and San Jose
Departure stations in La Fortuna
Peaje Alajuela
Terminal central CR
Real Cariari
Puente Villa Bonita
Puente Coyol
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Arrival stations in San Jose
La Fortuna - Any hotel
Selina La Fortuna
La Fortuna - Hotel List
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges
Tabacon Hot Springs
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