What is the cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay?

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay is to shuttle and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $470 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Arenal Volcano and Drake Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay. However, there are services departing from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna and arriving at La Palma via Ciudad Quesada and Terminal Atlántico Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 56m.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Drake Bay is 282 km. The road distance is 418.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay without a car is to bus which takes 12h 56m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay bus from?

Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay bus services, operated by Transpisa, depart from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna station.

Where does the Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay bus arrive?

Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay bus services, operated by Transpisa, arrive at Terminal San Carlos station.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay is 419 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay.

Where can I stay near Drake Bay?

There are 138+ hotels available in Drake Bay.

Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay by shuttle, plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Shuttle, fly to Drake Bay
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuelashuttle
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Drake Bay (DRK)plane SJO - DRK
3h 50m
$477–575
Drive 418.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Drake Baycar 418.6 km
8h 16m
$57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna to Terminal San Carlosbus
2. Take the bus from Ciudad Quesada to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus 205
3. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to La Palmabus
12h 56m
$117–156
Shuttle, fly to Puerto Jiménez Airport, taxi
1. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuelashuttle
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM)plane SJO - PJM
3. Take the taxi from Puerto Jiménez Airport (PJM) to Drake Baytaxi
5h 18m
$587–675

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Drake Bay (DRK) flights

84Weekly Planes

1h 11mAverage Duration

$185Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay.

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Distance: 281.7 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Arenal Volcano to Drake Bay via Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna, Ciudad Quesada, Terminal Atlántico Norte, and La Palma in around 12h 56m.

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