Vans from Puerto Princesa to El Nido

Vans from Puerto Princesa to El Nido

Puerto Princesa
El Nido
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Puerto Princesa to El Nido Destination Reviews

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Ezequiel
No one was there to pick me up. Had to take another van with someone from another company.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Aug 31, 2026
IG
Ivan G
Very small seats, and driver stopped several times to add passengers. The rest was ok
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, Aug 30, 2026
JH
Jamie H
Booked 9am pick up operator delayed till 11:30 then got on the bus to drive around for 2 hours before going back to the station and getting transferred to a smaller bus to then drive around for over 1 hour picking up parcels and passengers. I was last allowed on the bus and got the fold up seat for 5 hour drive with a lady having her child on her lap crying and throwing up. Arrival time in el nido was meant to be 2pm and we didn't leave puerto prinsesa till 1:30. I arrived at el nido at 7:30pm to a closed hotel and had to pay for a new late check in hotel. By far the worst operator and customer service I have ever endured -10 out of 10
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Aug 24, 2026
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Guillermo
Everything went wrong. They picked us up early (5:15 PM) and took us to their departure point to sign some papers. We were supposed to leave at 6:00 PM, and after some friends paid, they told us we had to wait for another couple arriving at 7:15 PM because their flight had been delayed. Another option was to pay an extra €60 and we could leave right away! In the end, we left 2 hours and 30 minutes late. And the couple who arrived were told we had left (a complete lie) and that we had come back for them, forcing them to pay another €40. And right from the start of the trip, the driver wanted to stop and pick up more people along the way. To top it all off, when we arrived at El Nido, the driver wouldn't take us to our hotel because he said that wasn't El Nido, which was a lie, and that it was only 10 minutes away. We had to pay for a tuk-tuk at 2:00 AM. In summary, we felt scammed arriving at our destination at 2:30 pm instead of 11 pm, and they tried to get money out of us after we had already paid.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Aug 12, 2026
LJ
Lena J
We booked the van in the evening and got picked up on time at our hotel, just to get brought to their office to get told we would have to wait 1,5h there for another flight. Somehow they managed to arrange to bring us to another van wich was already on the way. We got squeezed in there, 4 people in one row. Luckily some people got dropped of early so we would get a proper seat in the van. Rest of the drive was fine and we arrived savely but very belated.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Aug 9, 2026
GP
Grace P
The driver took ages to set off we were meant to leave at 1 didn’t leave till around half past. Then stopped on side of the road for twenty minutes. We didn’t arrive in el nido till a hour and half later than expected
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Van, Fortwally Travel and Tours (Fortwally Transport Service / Fortwally Travel and Tours), Jul 9, 2026
TK
Timothy K
Well I made it where I needed to go. Left an hour later than the scheduled departure time. Had to fix a tire and fuel up before we hit the road causing the departure delay. Pickup point was not where the pdf ticket said. It was at a gas station outside the airport area.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jul 1, 2026
CJ
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 to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 22, 2026
GL
Gewell L
Responsive service and well-spaced breaks throughout the trip
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, Jun 17, 2026
AR
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 to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 13, 2026
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Puerto Princesa to El Nido Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
03:00
08:00
$7.68
  3.6
Fortwally Travel and Tours
Minivan
04:00
09:00
$8.74
  3.4
Fortwally Travel and Tours
Minivan
05:30
10:30
$8.74
  3.4
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
07:00
12:00
$7.68
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
07:30
12:30
$9.60
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
08:00
13:00
$7.68
  3.6
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
09:00
14:00
$7.68
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
09:30
14:30
$9.60
  4.0
Fortwally Travel and Tours
Minivan
10:00
15:00
$8.74
  3.4
JCalbert
Shared van
10:30
15:30
$9.60
  4.0
Lexxus Shuttle
Shared van
11:00
16:30
$8.32
  3.8
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
13:00
18:00
$7.68
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
13:30
18:30
$9.60
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
14:00
19:00
$7.68
  3.6
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
15:00
20:00
$7.68
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
15:30
20:30
$9.60
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
16:00
21:00
$8.00
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
17:00
22:00
$7.68
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
17:30
22:30
$9.60
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
18:00
23:00
$7.68
  3.6

How to get from Puerto Princesa 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 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 to El Nido by van: .

How far is Puerto Princesa from El Nido?

Puerto Princesa sits 200 km from El Nido.

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

Vans cover the distance between Puerto Princesa and El Nido in 5h 30m – 5h 30m 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 Share a Ride Booking Services. Share a Ride Booking Services’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Puerto Princesa 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 and El Nido expect to pay from USD 13.12 to USD 151.96. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. MLRJ is the cheapest operator on the route while Share a Ride Booking Services 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 to El Nido

Facts about the van from Puerto Princesa to El Nido

Cheapest Van$14
Fastest Van5h
Earliest Van12:00 AM
Latest Van7:00 AM
Daily Van Routes13
Distance200 kilometers
Van CompaniesFortwally Travel and Tours, MLRJ, Share a Ride Booking Services