Transfers Countries Costa Rica La FortunaLa Fortuna to Monteverde

Private car transfer from La Fortuna to Monteverde

111km

One way

From US$31 per person

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Private transfer in 2 h 50 min

111km

One way

From US$31 per person

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What's included

Door-to-door service

Pick-up and drop-off at any address

Flight tracking included

Your driver will wait if your flight is delayed

Professional English-speaking driver

Local expert, fully licensed and insured

Clean, air-conditioned vehicle

Comfortable ride with climate control

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before departure

Luggage included

1 suitcase and 1 carry-on per passenger

Your trip at a glance

2 h 50 min

111km

Private driver

Pick up

Your driver will meet you at your address in La Fortuna.

Help with your luggage

Trip

You will travel in comfort for 2 h 50 min.

Smoke-free

Child seats

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Clean, comfortable car

Accessible

Free cancellation

Stops along the way

Optional. Pick any now, you'll confirm them when you book.

1h 30m

Centro de Rescate Las Pumas

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

La Fortuna Waterfall

Monteverde

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Monteverde.

Door-to-door service

Total distance↔ 111 km

Estimated time2 h 50 min

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Verified reviews from 720 travelers who booked this route

Dec 3, 2025

"Johnathan was really good, steady driving and stop for coffee and break Also stopped at atm for us Very nice man "

Christine

United Kingdom

Dec 21, 2023

"Carlos was an excellent driver. The roads were quite rough in places, so it was a hard drive for him, he did really well. Many thanks"

Caroline

United Kingdom

Mar 20, 2023

"Oscar arrived promptly, was very engaging during the trip, he showed some focal points as we were passing them, and shared his history and culture knowledge with us along the way. Overall I would highly recommend Oscar, as a driver."

Galina

United States

Feb 1, 2023

"Really very much the same experience. Sebastian and Jonathan were prompt, corteous and helpful in every way. Also very informative. From our various Daytrip drivers we feel that we truly have received a mini-course in the history, geography and culture of Costa Rica."

Michael

Israel

Feb 1, 2023

"every drive we took with your drivers was great, we went to la fortuna, monte verde, manuel antonio and back to san jose and all of the drivers was great. we will definitely use your services again thankyou"

Matthew

United States

Jan 1, 2023

"Alfonso is a wonderful person, he arrived timely and helped us with our luggage. He asked if we have any plans for lunch and provided options for lunch on the way. The restaurant he took us is pretty decent and clean establishments. Alfonso is a good driver with patience. We feel safe through the trip in his vehicle."

Seralathan

Canada

Jun 21, 2022

"Oscar was a great driver from La Fortuna to Monteverde. His driving was excellent, he stopped at beautiful vistas, and was very accommodating to our needs. Thank you Oscar for a great drive and interesting conversation"

Adele

United States

Questions & Answers about Traveling from La Fortuna to Monteverde

No, there isn’t a direct bus from La Fortuna to Monteverde. First, you must take the bus from La Fortuna to Tilaran, and then another bus from Tilaran to Monteverde. Because there are only a few buses a day, expect the whole trip to take up to eight hours.

The fastest way to get from La Fortuna to Monteverde is by going through El Castilo. This route shaves off a decent amount of time and goes through Caño Negro, Río Chiquito, Candelaria, and El Dos de Tilaran (San Ramon).

Packing for the trip from La Fortuna to Monteverde should include waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellent, and basic travel necessities. The weather can be unpredictable, and the forest terrain requires appropriate gear to ensure you’re comfortable. This may also include clothing items that protect your skin from mosquitoes.

Driving from La Fortuna to Monteverde takes about two hours and 45 minutes to up to 4 hours. This all really depends on your desired route and how much time you’d like to spend exploring between. Varying road conditions and winding roads may add some extra time.

The easiest way to get from La Fortuna to Monteverde is by using a private car service like Daytrip. You'll ride door-to-door in a well-maintained vehicle, and no matter how far you’d like to go out of the way, you can customize your trip to include your desired sightseeing stops.

There are several ways to travel from La Fortuna to Monteverde. You can drive a rental car, pay for a taxi, take a bus, or get a private driver with Daytrip. There’s also an option to mix modes of transportation by taking a ferry across Lake Arenal and then driving again.

Good to know

Child seats included free of charge
Pet-friendly travel
1 checked bag + 1 carry-on per passenger
Extra or oversized luggage can be added
Flexible payment: card online or cash to driver
Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
Tips are not included (optional ~10%)

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