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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano

Composite routes from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano

Cheapest
2 h 26 min
Car
131 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
info@ridecr.com
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Alajuela to La
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$187.68

Autotransportes Palmares

Phone:
+506 2296 9788
Email:
info@atp.cr
Website:
atp.cr/
Bus from Alajuela to Palmares
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.43

Compañía Carbachez e Hijos

Phone:
+506 2451 1284 / 8689 4895
Email:
cia.carbachez@hotmail.com
Bus from San Ramón to La
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.18

mypinkbus

Email:
socialmedia@mypinkbus.com
Website:
mypinkbus.com/
Bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.05

Airlines

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$250.00

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano is to fly which takes 1h and costs $130.43 - $250 .

How far is it from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Alajuela and Arenal Volcano is 92 km. The road distance is 135.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano without a car is to shuttle via Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría which takes 3h 52m and costs $81.52 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano is to fly which takes 1h and costs $130.43 - $250 . Alternatively, you can shuttle via Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría, which costs $81.52 - $92.39 and takes 3h 52m.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Arenal Volcano is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Alajuela to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 835+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano. Prices start at $117.62 per night.
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