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

The cheapest way to get from Rivas to Arenal Volcano is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rivas to Arenal Volcano is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rivas and Arenal Volcano?

No, there is no direct bus from Rivas to Arenal Volcano. However, there are services departing from Rivas and arriving at Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna via La Cruz and Terminal Municipal Upala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Rivas to Arenal Volcano?

The distance between Rivas and Arenal Volcano is 235 km. The road distance is 218.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rivas to Arenal Volcano without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 58m and costs $160 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Rivas to Arenal Volcano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rivas to Arenal Volcano bus from?

Rivas to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Rivas station.

Where does the Rivas to Arenal Volcano bus arrive?

Rivas to Arenal Volcano bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at La Cruz station.

Can I drive from Rivas to Arenal Volcano?

Yes, the driving distance between Rivas to Arenal Volcano is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Rivas to Arenal Volcano.

Where can I stay near Arenal Volcano?

There are 647+ hotels available in Arenal Volcano.

Rivas to Arenal Volcano - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rivas to Arenal Volcano by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Cañasbus Mga
2. Take the taxi from Cañas to Arenal Volcanotaxi
4h 58m
$160–194
Drive 218.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rivas to Arenal Volcanocar 218.2 km
3h 28m
$30–43
Bus, taxi via Tilarán
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Cañasbus Mga
2. Take the taxi from Tilarán to Arenal Volcanotaxi
6h 10m
$106–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rivas to La Cruzbus Mga
2. Take the bus from La Cruz to Upalabus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Municipal Upala to Terminal Transpisa La Fortunabus
9h 48m
$44–65

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Distance: 235.5 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Rivas, Nicaragua and Arenal Volcano, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Rivas to Arenal Volcano via La Cruz, Upala, Terminal Municipal Upala, and Terminal Transpisa La Fortuna in around 9h 48m.

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