San Jose to Monteverde Trip Overview

Monteverde to San Jose
Distance
75 km (46.9 miles)
Price
US$ 64
Ride Duration
4h
Earliest Departure
20:40
Latest Departure
20:40
Most Popular Operator

RideCR

The best way to get from San Jose to Monteverde is by taking a shared shuttle. The travel time is around four hours with one departure in the morning and another at night. The Monteverde is exquisite between November and March, but bring a jacket for those chilly nights. Bring your exploring and hiking gear with you so you can go ziplining or tour the forests. Sky Adventures Monteverde Park is another popular attraction for tourists.

Travel Schedule Options from San Jose to Monteverde

by bus,car,minivan

Cheapest

Standard Bus

by TransMonteverde

06:30

4h

10:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

from

US$ 13

Fastest

SUV Car

by Relaxury

12:30

2h

14:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Private transfer

US$ 780

Standard Minivan

by Interbus

13:30

4h 30m

18:00

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

from

US$ 65

Standard Bus

by TransMonteverde

14:30

4h

18:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

from

US$ 13

Standard Car

by Montetravel

12:30

2h 30m

15:00

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Private transfer

US$ 190

Cheapest

Standard Bus

by TransMonteverde

from

US$ 13

06:30

4h

10:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Fastest

SUV Car

by Relaxury

Private transfer

US$ 780

12:30

2h

14:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Standard Minivan

by Interbus

from

US$ 65

13:30

4h 30m

18:00

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Standard Bus

by TransMonteverde

from

US$ 13

14:30

4h

18:30

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Standard Car

by Montetravel

Private transfer

US$ 190

12:30

2h 30m

15:00

San Jose, Costa Rica

Monteverde, Costa Rica

Taking a bus from San Jose to Monteverde

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

The fastest: 4h

The cheapest: US$ 64

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

Reclining Seats

A/C

Wifi

English Speaking Staff

Pets allowed

Food

Charger

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

Food

English Speaking Staff

Wifi

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About the ride from San Jose to Monteverde

San Jose to Monteverde Route Information

The distance between San Jose and Monteverde is 47 miles, or approximately 75 kilometers.

There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Monteverde, including minivan,bus,car.

The earliest departure leaves at 20:40 and has a duration of 4 hours.

The fastest way to travel is by minivan, which takes approximately 4 hours.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.

San Jose to Monteverde by minivan

  • Starting Price: US$ 64
  • 3 departures a day, or 21 departures a week

There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Shuttle.

Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.

San Jose to Monteverde by bus

    The only travel class available is Standard.

    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 bus options.

    San Jose to Monteverde by car

      There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and SUV.

      Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.

      Companies Operating from San Jose to Monteverde

      RideCR

      Average time

      4h

      Average price

      US$ 64

      (1704)

      Questions & Answers for Traveling from San Jose to Monteverde

      What is the most popular transportation service from San Jose to Monteverde?

      Many travelers choose Minivan as their preferred option from San Jose to Monteverde by RideCR

      What is the distance between San Jose to Monteverde?

      The total distance from San Jose to Monteverde is roughly 75 km (Air).

      What is the fastest transportation service from San Jose to Monteverde?

      For the quickest travel between San Jose and Monteverde, Minivan by RideCR is the top choice, completing the trip in approximately 4h.

      What is the cheapest transport option from San Jose and Monteverde?

      The most affordable way to travel from San Jose to Monteverde is with Minivan by RideCR, with fares starting at US$ 64.

      Who are the service providers on this route?

      Popular service providers on the San Jose to Monteverde route are

      MINIVAN:  Coach Costa Rica | Jorge’s Taxis and Shuttles | Amigo Transfer | RideCR

      BUS:  TransMonteverde | Faro Travel

      CAR:  Montetravel | Relaxury | Central Taxi Airport

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