What is the cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Arenal Volcano and Playa Flamingo (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station). However, there are services departing from La Fortuna and arriving at Playa Flamingo via Sámara, Nicoya and Terminal de Buses Santa Cruz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Playa Flamingo (Station) is 330 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

How do I travel from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) without a car is to Bus which takes 9h 26m and costs $340 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) bus from?

Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) bus services, operated by Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles, depart from La Fortuna station.

Where does the Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) bus arrive?

Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) bus services, operated by Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles, arrive at Sámara station.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station).

Where can I stay near Playa Flamingo (Station)?

There are 1279+ hotels available in Playa Flamingo (Station).

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There are 6 ways to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station) by taxi, shuttle, plane, bus, 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, shuttle, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to La Fortunataxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuelashuttle
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
5h 16m
$513–596
Drive 172.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station)car 172.1 km
3h 17m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Fortuna to Sámarabus Private
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Santa Cruz to Playa Flamingobus 516 Santa Cruz
9h 26m
$347–357
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from La Fortuna to Monteverdebus Private
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Playa Potreroshuttle Private / ...
6h 45m
$519–596
Taxi, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to Monteverdetaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Brasilitoshuttle Private / ...
4h 27m
$475–499
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Arenal Volcano to Limonaltaxi
2. Take the bus from Limonal to Brasilitobus San Jose
5h 17m
$157–187

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) flights

56Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo (Station).

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Distance: 329.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Arenal Volcano, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica and Playa Flamingo (Station), Costa Rica?

You can take a vehicle from Arenal Volcano to Playa Flamingo via La Fortuna, Sámara, Sámara, Nicoya, Santa Cruz, and Terminal de Buses Santa Cruz in around 9h 26m.

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