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

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua is to drive and bus which costs $22 - $30 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Arenal Volcano and Nicaragua?

No, there is no direct bus from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua. However, there are services departing from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna and arriving at Managua Mercado Huembes via Upala, La Cruz, Peñas Blancas and Rivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Nicaragua is 336 km. The road distance is 318.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua without a car is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 9h 27m to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua, including transfers.

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

Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua bus services, operated by Transpisa, depart from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna station.

Bus or fly from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua?

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $370 - $1,100 and takes 18h 42m.

Where does the Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua bus arrive?

Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua bus services, operated by Transpisa, arrive at Terminal Municipal Upala station.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua is 318 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua.

Where can I stay near Nicaragua?

There are 125+ hotels available in Nicaragua.

Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna to Terminal Municipal Upalabus
2. Take the bus from Upala to La Cruzbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembesbus
9h 27m
$49–62
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to San Carloscar
2. Take the bus from San Carlos to Managua Mercado Mayoreobus Managua
5h 28m
$22–30
Drive 318.2 km
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Managuacar 318.2 km
5h 1m
$43–62
Fly
1. Fly from La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane FON - MGA
18h 42m
$375–1,065

La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Managua Airport (MGA) flights

25Weekly Planes

19h 30mAverage Duration

$328Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Nicaragua.

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Distance: 336.4 km
Duration: 9h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Arenal Volcano to Managua Mercado Huembes via Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna, Terminal Municipal Upala, Upala, La Cruz, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, and Rivas in around 9h 27m. Alternatively, SANSA and World Ticket fly from La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Managua Airport (MGA) 4 times a day.

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