Facts about the van from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido
| Cheapest Van | $17 |
| Fastest Van | 5h |
| Earliest Van | 3:00 AM |
| Latest Van | 3:00 AM |
| Daily Van Routes | 18 |
| Distance | 250 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Fortwally Travel and Tours, Palajuanders Travel and Tours |
Vans from Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido
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Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido Destination Reviews
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Anna DThe driver used 2 more hours than anticipated to drive til El Nido, because he had to stop the vehicle so many times. He was also smoking weed while driving, which caused the ride to be very bumpy and not that comfortable.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 28, 2026
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Arnaud PHe drived as speed as Schumacher with noone knowledge (one day, he will kill someone).
We were 11 + the driver in the van, not enough for him : he picked up 2 more hitchhikers ! We were crammed in like sardines 4h30.
And finally, he refused to drop us off at our hôtel : that cost us an extra 400 pesos.
Awful !!
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Share a Ride Booking Services, Apr 28, 2026
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Laura BThe van never showed up, we sitting in the heat at a random petrol station for hours.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 24, 2026
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Khaled Pick up point is outside if the airport, u can't take carts out, so if u have heavy bags, that would be an issue.
Pick was was late, my departure time was supposed to be at 7am, i was there 6.30am, untill 8.15 am no one showed, i had a whatsapp number to communicate with someone that kept on telling me driver is on the way for more than an hour! As he was "picking" other people up.
Eventually, another bus came and didnt have my name on the list, but i managed to get on it.
As of the ride, if you're planning on going to Elnido, do your best to try to avoid that drive, very bendy roads, u wont be enjoying the ride at all, even if the ride was private.
I recommend planning to arrive through Elnido airport directly.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 20, 2026
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Didier PBon service
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Apr 16, 2026
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Francesca CToo many people for that van.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 13, 2026
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Ariane L30 minutes late, then 1:30h to do shopping for a really unfriendly old lady from the van before leaving puerto princessa. So arrive almost 1:30h late in El nido
But hopefully the van had air conditioning
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Shared van, Lexxus Shuttle, Mar 22, 2026
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Mike VPlus: van left 30min before schedule
Plus: i made it alive to El Nido, stops were allright (2x 5min, 1x 30min)
Min: we were picking up local people, i was sitting at the back and there are 3 seats, but we had to sit with 4 for 3 hours which was really the most uncomfortable ever, it really hurt my back. So thats the 2 star
Min: duration was 6,5 hours with stops (17:00-23:30) i am fine but don’t think you can make it in 5h (so don’t advertise with it)
Min: temp went from okay to freezing (bring something)
Sitting at the back with 4 was most unpleasant ever, rest was ok. Probably all vans are the same
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Mar 18, 2026
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Clemens Bumpy ride. And imo bad driving style with a lot of unnecessary breaking and accelerating.
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Mar 18, 2026
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Marloes KVery happy that they could pick us up from the hotel, but it felt like it was a livestock transport of tourists combined with a pick up point for locals..
Puerto Princesa Transfer to El Nido, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Mar 15, 2026
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 16.04 to USD 16.20. 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
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Buses$ 11.10
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Taxis$ 176.71
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Vans$ 16.04
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available