What is the cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas?

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas?

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas is to taxi and shuttle which takes 1h 52m and costs $245 - $255.

Is there a direct bus between Arenal Volcano and Atenas?

No, there is no direct bus from Arenal Volcano to Atenas. However, there are services departing from La Fortuna and arriving at Atenas via San Ramón and Palmares. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Atenas?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Atenas is 109 km. The road distance is 105.6 km.

How do I travel from Arenal Volcano to Atenas without a car?

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $65 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arenal Volcano to Atenas bus from?

Arenal Volcano to Atenas bus services, operated by Compañía Carbachez e Hijos, depart from La Fortuna station.

Where does the Arenal Volcano to Atenas bus arrive?

Arenal Volcano to Atenas bus services, operated by Compañía Carbachez e Hijos, arrive at San Ramón station.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Atenas?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Atenas is 106 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Atenas.

Where can I stay near Atenas?

There are 378+ hotels available in Atenas.

Arenal Volcano to Atenas - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to Los Ángelestaxi
2. Take the bus from Los Ángeles to San Ramónbus San Ramon
3h 9m
$66–77
Drive 105.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Atenascar 105.6 km
2h 22m
$15–21
Taxi, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to La Fortunataxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Atenasshuttle Private
1h 52m
$247–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Fortuna to San Ramónbus 272 La Fortuna
4h 12m
$45–52

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Atenas.

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Distance: 108.7 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Arenal Volcano, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica and Atenas, Costa Rica?

Compañía Carbachez e Hijos operates a bus from La Fortuna to San Ramón 5 times a day. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h.

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