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

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles is to shuttle which takes 1h 52m and costs $210 - $220.

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Guápiles is 178 km. The road distance is 137.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs $45 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles, including transfers.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Guápiles is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles.

Where can I stay near Guápiles?

There are 53+ hotels available in Guápiles.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses La Fortuna to Terminal San Carlos
2. Take the bus from Ciudad Quesada to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí
3. Take the bus from Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí to Guápiles
5h 13m
$45–53
Drive 137.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles137.8 km
2h 16m
$19–27
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to GuápilesPrivate
1h 52m
$212–218

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles.

Launch map view

Distance: 178.3 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a vehicle from Arenal Volcano to Guápiles via Terminal de Buses La Fortuna, Terminal San Carlos, Ciudad Quesada, and Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí in around 5h 13m.

Operators

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