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

The cheapest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park is to shuttle which takes 1h 52m and costs $210 - $230.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park. However, there are services departing from Zona Deportiva and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via Terminal Atlántico Norte and Terminal San Carlos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

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

The distance between Guápiles and Arenal Volcano National Park is 269 km. The road distance is 124.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park without a car is to bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $45 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park is 124 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano National Park?

There are 966+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano National Park.

Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano National Park by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus
best
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 Transpisa La Fortunabus
6h 56m
$48–70
Drive 124.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Guápiles to Entrance Rio Fortuna Waterfallcar 124.4 km
2h 4m
$17–25
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Guápiles to La Fortunashuttle Private
1h 52m
$212–222
Bus via Zona Deportiva
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
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus
7h 18m
$42–69
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Zona Deportiva to Terminal de Buses Cariaribus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses de Cariari to Tortuguerobus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Tortuguero to El Arenalshuttle
12h 3m

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

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Distance: 269.1 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Guápiles, Limón, Costa Rica and Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Zona Deportiva to Arenal Volcano National Park via Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José, Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal San Carlos, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 6h 56m.

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