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

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Arenal Volcano and Papagayo?

No, there is no direct bus from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo. However, there are services departing from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna and arriving at Papagayo via Tilarán, Cañas and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Papagayo is 162 km. The road distance is 159 km.

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

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Arenal Volcano to Papagayo bus arrive?

Arenal Volcano to Papagayo bus services, operated by Transpisa, arrive at Tilarán station.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Papagayo is 159 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo.

Where can I stay near Papagayo?

There are 561+ hotels available in Papagayo.

Arenal Volcano to Papagayo - 5 ways to travel via taxi, bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo by taxi, bus, shuttle, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to Tilarántaxi
2. Take the bus from Cañas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus 524
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Papagayobus
5h 3m
$104–140
Drive 159 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Papagayocar 159 km
3h 5m
$22–31
Taxi, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to Monteverdetaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Papagayoshuttle Private / ...
3h 22m
$342–366
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from La Fortuna to Monteverdebus Private
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Papagayoshuttle Private / ...
3h 21m
$549–626
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna to Tilaránbus
2. Take the bus from Cañas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus 524
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Papagayobus
6h 12m
$46–76

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo.

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Distance: 162 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a vehicle from Arenal Volcano to Papagayo via Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna, Tilarán, Cañas, Cañas, and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia in around 6h 12m.

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