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

The cheapest way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano is to bus and shuttle which takes 2h 31m and costs $290 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Heredia and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Heredia to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from El Pirro and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via Terminal Atlántico Norte and Terminal San Carlos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Heredia to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Heredia and Arenal Volcano is 135 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 2h 31m and costs $290 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

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

Heredia to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Bus or fly from Heredia to Arenal Volcano?

The best way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $190 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Heredia to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Heredia to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, arrive at Ciudad Quesada station.

Can I drive from Heredia to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Heredia to Arenal Volcano is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Heredia to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 967+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Heredia to Arenal Volcano - 5 ways to travel via bus, shuttle, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano by bus, shuttle, car, or plane

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Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Desvio Hacia La Piedad(Crematorio) to Repuestos Conejobus Heredia
2. Take a shuttle bus from Alajuela to La Fortunashuttle Private / ...
2h 31m
$294–305
Drive 130.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Heredia to Arenal Volcanocar 130.7 km
2h 38m
$18–26
Fly
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
2h 39m
$196–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Ciudad Quesadabus 205
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus Ciudad Quesada / ...
5h 18m
$42–64
Bus via El Pirro
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Ciudad Quesadabus 1508 San José / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus Ciudad Quesada / ...
5h 40m
$39–63

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

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Distance: 135 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Pirro to Arenal Volcano via Terminal San Carlos, Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal San Carlos, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 5h 18m.

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