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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Till E
Better book there directly.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 12, 2026
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Ethan M
We got picked up early, but because the hadn’t sold enough seats we had to wait till they did and ended up leaving an hour early. A couple stops very early in the trip but nothing for like the last 4 hours. Someone was throwing up and our driver wouldn’t pull over. Pay the extra little bit and take the bus
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Jun 10, 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 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 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 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 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 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 to El Nido, Van Shared van, JCalbert, May 17, 2026
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Paul
It was a good ride. Going via Van is the fastest way from Puerto Princesa to El Nido Center. Airport and Hotel pickup are available. Yes the car is stacked with people but everyone still has his own seat. The legroom could be a little bit better but suffices.
Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Van Shared van, Share a Ride Booking Services, May 7, 2026
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Anna D
The 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 to El Nido, Van Shared van, Palajuanders Travel and Tours, Apr 28, 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
$7.82
  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
$7.82
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
07:30
12:30
$9.77
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
08:00
13:00
$7.82
  3.6
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
09:00
14:00
$7.82
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
09:30
14:30
$9.77
  4.0
Fortwally Travel and Tours
Minivan
10:00
15:00
$8.74
  3.4
JCalbert
Shared van
10:30
15:30
$9.77
  4.0
Lexxus Shuttle
Shared van
11:00
16:30
$8.47
  3.8
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
13:00
18:00
$7.82
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
13:30
18:30
$9.77
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
14:00
19:00
$7.82
  3.6
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
15:00
20:00
$7.82
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
15:30
20:30
$9.77
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
16:00
21:00
$8.14
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
17:00
22:00
$7.82
  3.6
JCalbert
Shared van
17:30
22:30
$9.77
  4.0
Palajuanders Travel and Tours
Shared van
18:00
23:00
$7.82
  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 14.66 to USD 154.74. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Share a Ride Booking Services 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