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

The cheapest way to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 17m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Guápiles and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Parada Inicial and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via Terminal Atlántico Norte and Terminal San Carlos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Guápiles and Arenal Volcano is 225 km. The road distance is 137 km.

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

The best way to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $45 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

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

Guápiles to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Empresarios Guapileños, depart from Parada Inicial station.

Where does the Guápiles to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Guápiles to Arenal Volcano is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 953+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Parada Inicial 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 20m
$46–66
Drive 137 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Guápiles to Arenal Volcanocar 137 km
2h 17m
$19–27
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 205
3. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus
7h 9m
$45–69

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Map of how to get from Guápiles to Arenal Volcano.

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Distance: 224.7 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Parada Inicial to Arenal Volcano via Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José, Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal San Carlos, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 6h 20m.

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