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

The cheapest way to get from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Matapalo and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Matapalo and arriving at La Fortuna via Nicoya and Sámara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Matapalo and Arenal Volcano is 213 km. The road distance is 182.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 11m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

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

Matapalo to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Matapalo station.

Where does the Matapalo to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Matapalo to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Terminal Nicoya station.

Can I drive from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Matapalo to Arenal Volcano is 182 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 972+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Matapalo to Arenal Volcano - 6 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Matapalo to Arenal Volcano by bus, taxi, car, shuttle, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Cruz to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Cañasbus 524
3. Take the taxi from Tilarán to Arenal Volcanotaxi
6h 11m
$103–147
Drive 182.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matapalo to Arenal Volcanocar 182.1 km
3h 32m
$25–36
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flamingo to Liberia Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane LIR - FON
4h 28m
$398–558
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flamingo Beach to La Fortunashuttle Private / ...
6h
$108–349
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matapalo to Terminal Nicoyabus 1502
2. Take the bus from Sámara to La Fortunabus Private
8h 26m
$345–364
Shuttle, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Brasilito to Monteverdeshuttle Private / ...
2. Take the taxi from Monteverde to Arenal Volcanotaxi
3h 56m
$481–512

Liberia International Airport (LIR) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) flights

14Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

$271Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.1 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Interbus Shuttles operates a shuttle from Flamingo Beach to La Fortuna hourly. Tickets cost $290 and the journey takes 5h. Tropical Tours Shuttles also services this route once daily.

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