What is the cheapest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal?

The cheapest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal is to bus which costs $13 - $23 and takes 8h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal?

The fastest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Guápiles and Arenal?

No, there is no direct bus from Guápiles to Arenal. However, there are services departing from Zona Deportiva and arriving at Terminal Arenal via Terminal Atlántico Norte and Terminal San Carlos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Guápiles to Arenal?

The distance between Guápiles and Arenal is 165 km. The road distance is 164.9 km.

How do I travel from Guápiles to Arenal without a car?

The best way to get from Guápiles to Arenal without a car is to shuttle and Bus which takes 4h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Guápiles to Arenal?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Guápiles to Arenal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guápiles to Arenal bus from?

Guápiles to Arenal bus services, operated by Empresarios Guapileños, depart from Zona Deportiva station.

Where does the Guápiles to Arenal bus arrive?

Guápiles to Arenal bus services, operated by Empresarios Guapileños, arrive at Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José station.

Can I drive from Guápiles to Arenal?

Yes, the driving distance between Guápiles to Arenal is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Guápiles to Arenal.

Where can I stay near Arenal?

There are 180+ hotels available in Arenal.

Guápiles to Arenal - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, Bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Guápiles to Arenal by shuttle, bus, or car

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Shuttle, Bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Guápiles to La Fortunashuttle Private
2. Take the bus from La Fortuna to Arenalbus La Fortuna/Arenal
4h 46m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zona Deportiva to Gran Terminal del Caribe, San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Ciudad Quesadabus 205
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Arenalbus
8h 43m
$14–22
Drive 164.9 km
1. Drive from Guápiles to Arenalcar 164.9 km
2h 46m
$23–32
Shuttle, bus via Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna
1. Take a shuttle bus from Guápiles to La Fortunashuttle Private
2. Take the bus from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna to Terminal Arenalbus 1202 Ciudad Quesada
3h 38m
$179–182

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Map of how to get from Guápiles to Arenal.

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Distance: 165.3 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Guápiles, Limón, Costa Rica and Arenal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Zona Deportiva to Terminal Arenal via Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José, Terminal Atlántico Norte, and Terminal San Carlos in around 8h 43m.

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