What is the cheapest way to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano?

The cheapest way to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano?

The fastest way to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Carara National Park and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Quebrada Ganado and arriving at La Fortuna via Empresarios Unidos and San Ramón. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Carara National Park and Arenal Volcano is 247 km. The road distance is 132.6 km.

How do I travel from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano without a car?

The best way to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $55 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano bus from?

Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Quebrada Ganado station.

Where does the Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at San José station.

Can I drive from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 975+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Quebrada Ganado to San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Empresarios Unidos to San Ramónbus
3. Take the bus from San Ramón to La Fortunabus
5h 44m
$56–68
Drive 132.6 km
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1. Drive from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcanocar 132.6 km
2h 50m
$18–26
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Quebrada Ganado to San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to 50 m este Del Aeropuertobus
3. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
4h 32m
$207–305
Bus via Quesada
1. Take the bus from Bartolas to Terminal Atlántico Norte, San Josébus 655
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Ciudad Quesadabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus
6h 55m
$43–68

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) flights

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Map of how to get from Carara National Park to Arenal Volcano.

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Distance: 247.2 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Carara National Park, Costa Rica and Arenal Volcano, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

You can take a vehicle from Quebrada Ganado to Arenal Volcano via Quebrada Ganado, San José, Empresarios Unidos, San Ramón, and La Fortuna in around 5h 44m.

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