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Playa Matapalo, Costa Rica → Arenal, Costa Rica

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Playa Matapalo to Arenal

Composite routes from Playa Matapalo to Arenal

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
128 km.
from $7
Other
9 h 40 min
100 km.
from $272.28

Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
info@ridecr.com
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Jacó to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$143.59
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$209.07

Caribe Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2750 0626
Email:
info@caribeshuttle.com
Website:
caribeshuttle.com/
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$189.48

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
reservations@interbusonline.com
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from Jacó to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$61.72

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Email:
jorge27fm@gmail.com
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Bus from Jacó to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.17–$209.92

Willie's Tours Costa Rica Shuttles

Phone:
+506 2755 1024
Email:
tours@williestourscostarica
Website:
williestourscostarica.com
Bus from Jacó to La
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$256.36

Transpisa

Email:
contraloriaserviciostranspisa@hotmail.com
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Bus from La Fortuna to Tilarán
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$5.22

Transportes González y Villegas LTDA

Phone:
+506 2290 2922
Email:
info@transportesgonzalezyvillegasruta606.com
Website:
transportesgonzalezyvillegasruta606.com/tarifas.php
Bus from Playa Herradura to Jacó
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64

Airlines

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$279.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Playa Matapalo to Arenal is to drive which costs $21.74 - $32.61 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Playa Matapalo to Arenal is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

How far is it from Playa Matapalo to Arenal?

The distance between Playa Matapalo and Arenal is 200 km. The road distance is 174.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Playa Matapalo to Arenal without a car is to shuttle and taxi which takes 3h 48m and costs $130.43 - $315.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Playa Matapalo to Arenal, including transfers.

Can I drive from Playa Matapalo to Arenal?

Yes, the driving distance between Playa Matapalo to Arenal is 174 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Playa Matapalo to Arenal.

Where can I stay near Arenal?

There are 122+ hotels available in Arenal. Prices start at $29.40 per night.
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