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

The cheapest way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $15 - $23.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park. 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 National Park?

The distance between Heredia and Arenal Volcano National Park is 135 km. The road distance is 115.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park 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 National Park?

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

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

Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park bus services, operated by Transportes Queros Puntarenas S.A., depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Bus or fly from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park?

The best way to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs $190 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 5h 18m.

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

Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park bus services, operated by Transportes Queros Puntarenas S.A., arrive at Ciudad Quesada station.

Can I drive from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park is 115 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano National Park?

There are 974+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano National Park.

Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park - 6 ways to travel via bus, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Heredia to Arenal Volcano National Park 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 115.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Heredia to Entrance Rio Fortuna Waterfallcar 115.2 km
2h 28m
$16–23
Fly
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
2h 39m
$196–292
Bus, shuttle via Tortuguero
1. Take the bus from San José to Tortuguerobus San José
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tortuguero to El Arenalshuttle Private
10h 1m
$416–417
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
$45–64
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 National Park, 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 National Park via Terminal San Carlos, Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal San Carlos, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 5h 18m.

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