Vans from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido

Vans from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido

Puerto Princesa Transfer
El Nido
Sat, Jun 27
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Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido Destination Reviews

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Paige D
Our driver asked once we had pulled over half way for a 20 minute stop where we were staying and said he would drop us off directly. We are three young girls and we were very appreciative. Once we got to el Nido though, he pulled off in a random place and told everyone to get out. We had no service and no way of getting up the address on our phone and we were so confused as it definitely wasn’t the place we were staying. We had to trust a random man with a Tuktuk who over changed us by at least 200php. Our van driver also drove so recklessly the whole time! It was so scary and he was going upwards of 30km over the speed limit. He also consistently would drive in the other side of the road and nearly got us into multiple accidents because he was impatient behind a slower vehicle. He was also towards the end falling asleep at the wheel and we were all genuinely so so scared. We are so scared from this that we will not be taking the van back to puerto princesa like we were supposed to origionally. It will cost us a lot more now to fly out of here because we’re way too scared. This is a beautiful place I’m so upset it got off to a bad start, with all of us wanting to go home because of how terrifying our ride was.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, Jun 23, 2026
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Cherelle J
The experience was the worst I have ever had with a transportation company. I scheduled a ride for 6pm for 2 people. However since my time slot only had a total of 3 people, the driver proceeded to tell all 3 of us that because our van is not full, they are going to try to solicit more travelers at the airport from the 720pm flight and the 8pm flight so that they can fill the van before leaving on the 5 hour drive. This clearly was unacceptable to myself, my friend and the other traveler. All 3 of us had to verbally argue with the driver for 45 minutes on how their actions were scam like behavior be ause we chose a timeslot to receive service at that appointed time. The fact the van was not full is not the customers fault. They also tried to persuade us to pay extra for a private van if we wanted to leave at the appointed time of 6 pm dispite us already paying online for a 6 pm slot. Overall the company operates in an unethical manner and I highly do not recommend booking this service. ALSO i paid more for a luxury van and we rode in a thinnly padded seat, slightly dirty lower budget van instead of the luxury van I paid for.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 22, 2026
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Gewell L
Responsive service and well-spaced breaks throughout the trip
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, Jun 17, 2026
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Arko R
Late pick up. Asked to wait outside hotel at 8.45 am and came to pick up at 9.30. Then took to the office and the journey started post 10 am. We were supposed to reach El Nido by 2pm but ultimately reached at 4pm. The van dropped us 2 km far from town. Not recommended.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 13, 2026
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Zoe R
We got a message on what’s app telling us that the shuttle would be late, because other passengers flight were delayed. In the end, the shuttle arrived 40mins earlier than planned (6pm without getting late). They told us we had to wait until 7h30pm to take the shuttle, or pay an extra 300P to leave in time. We argued. Finally, we left around 6h30pm because we talked for a while with the travel coordinator. The shuttle was not like advertised at all, very uncomfortable. We arrived around 12h40am, the ride was also way longer than advertised. I would have asked for a refund, but 12Go Asia make you pay instantly, without refund…
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 9, 2026
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Pierce M
Poor communication. No message to say what time we would be picked up. Our departure time was 9:30am and arrival at destination due for 14:30pm. We arrived around 16:30 Tried to squish us in the back but we moved seat. They ended up squeezing 4 locals onto three seats at the back which I knew they would do so we avoided the seats. Lots of random stops with no communication as to why we are stopping, if we can get out and get food or go to the toilet. Very fast driving
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Minivan, Eulen Joy Express, Jun 5, 2026
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Wangel T
They advertise the time the van should travel but they have to wait until it is full. Meaning they will let you wait for a long time.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 4, 2026
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Camilla M
The drive itself was okay and felt save. But.. They picked me up at my accomodation at 10:30. But before the actually drive to el nido starts we were waiting at least one hours because another guest was late. So we were of course in el nido 1,5 hours later then expected. Another thing is, that they charged me 500 Php for my suitcase. I knew, that they probably charge me a bit for overweight (maximum 10 kg are allowed) but 500 was quiet a lot and other guests didn't needed to pay extra fees. It was just me. Thats not fair. One other guest has a backpack with more weight than me and didn't need to pay. They should charge everyone with overweight or no one. But not some people yes and some people no.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), May 19, 2026
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Jessye D
The driver arrived on time and the communication between myself and one of the operators was excellent - she contacted me via WhatsApp, told me exactly where to go and when the driver would be there. The drive to El Nido was long but we did get a pit stop to use the toilet and buy food and drinks. The standard of driving was pretty crazy and pretty nerve-wracking at times but we made it in one piece. We had a full bus from the start but the driver picked someone else up along the way who sat in the back with 3 others - it looked like a very tight squeeze and pretty uncomfortable. When making the booking, I was asked where I wanted to be dropped off so I named the accommodation I was staying at in El Nido town. We were all under the impression that we were getting dropped off at our accommodation. A Filipino family who were on the bus got dropped off at theirs first just outside of town and then shortly after the driver told the rest of us to get out too and that we had to go the rest of the way via tuktuk which cost an additional 150 pesos. None of us were expecting to have to pay an extra fee as we thought we’d arranged to get dropped off at our accommodations and this wasn’t mentioned at all during the ride. Something to be mindful of when booking.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Share a Ride Booking Services, May 19, 2026
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Anne S
We were picked up at our hotel and dropped at the location stated on the booking. The driver took two bathroom breaks, which was needed on a nearly six hour drive. However, the van was very crammed and not comfortable. We arrived nearly an hour after what was stated on the booking, even though the driver drove quite fast. The communication was also not great, the person behind the contact number could not even tell me the van license plate the morning of our booking and the van ended up being branded by a different company, which made things confusing. The driver made no effort to speak English and other passengers had to translate for us how long the breaks were etc.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, May 17, 2026
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How to get from Puerto Princesa Transfer, van to El Nido 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 Puerto Princesa Transfer, van to El Nido 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 Puerto Princesa Transfer, van to El Nido by van: .

How far is Puerto Princesa Transfer, van from El Nido?

Puerto Princesa Transfer, van sits 250 km from El Nido.

How long does it take to get from Puerto Princesa Transfer, van to El Nido by van?

Vans cover the distance between Puerto Princesa Transfer, van and El Nido in 5h – 5h 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 Palajuanders Travel and Tours. Palajuanders Travel and Tours’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Puerto Princesa Transfer, van to El Nido 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 Puerto Princesa Transfer, van and El Nido expect to pay from USD 13.35 to USD 13.51. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Palajuanders Travel and Tours is the cheapest operator on the route while Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours) 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.

Transportation from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido

Facts about the van from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido

Cheapest Van$14
Fastest Van5h
Earliest Van3:00 AM
Latest Van3:00 AM
Daily Van Routes17
Distance250 kilometers
Van CompaniesFortwally Travel and Tours, Palajuanders Travel and Tours