What is the cheapest way to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano?

The cheapest way to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano?

The fastest way to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Playa Bejuco and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Esterillos Este and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via La Castellana, Terminal Atlántico Norte and Terminal San Carlos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Playa Bejuco and Arenal Volcano is 265 km. The road distance is 187.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 4h 53m and costs $110 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano bus from?

Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Tracopa, depart from Esterillos Este station.

Where does the Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Tracopa, arrive at San José station.

Can I drive from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano is 187 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 948+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano - 3 ways to travel via bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano by bus, shuttle, or car

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Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Esterillos Este to San Josébus Manuel Antonio – San José vía Ruta 27
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to La Fortunashuttle San José / ...
4h 53m
$118–330
Drive 187.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcanocar 187.5 km
3h 48m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Esterillos Este to 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
8h 31m
$55–77

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Map of how to get from Playa Bejuco to Arenal Volcano.

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Distance: 265.5 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Playa Bejuco, Puntarenas, Costa Rica and Arenal Volcano, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Esterillos Este to Arenal Volcano via San José, La Castellana, Universidad Braulio Carrillo, Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal San Carlos, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 8h 31m.

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