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

The cheapest way to get from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $390 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Papagayo and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Papagayo and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Cañas and Tilarán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Papagayo and Arenal Volcano is 160 km. The road distance is 158.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 33m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

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

Papagayo to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Grupo Tranbasa, depart from Papagayo station.

Bus or fly from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano?

The best way to get from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $390 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Papagayo to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Papagayo to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Grupo Tranbasa, arrive at Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia station.

Can I drive from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Papagayo to Arenal Volcano is 159 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 973+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Papagayo to Arenal Volcano - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, taxi, and shuttle

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane LIR - FON
2h 42m
$391–574
Drive 158.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Papagayo to Arenal Volcanocar 158.9 km
3h 6m
$22–31
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Papagayo 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
4h 33m
$100–132
Shuttle, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from Papagayo to Monteverdeshuttle Private / ...
2. Take the taxi from Monteverde to Arenal Volcanotaxi
3h 22m
$340–370
Shuttle, Bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Papagayo to Monteverdeshuttle Private / ...
2. Take the bus from Monteverde to La Fortunabus Private
3h 7m
$545–625
Bus
1. Take the bus from Papagayo to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Cañasbus 524
3. Take the bus from Tilarán to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus
6h 2m
$42–69

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

14Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

$275Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Liberia International Airport (LIR) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Papagayo to Arenal Volcano via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Cañas, Cañas, Tilarán, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 6h 2m.

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