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Arenal Volcano to Cartago

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3 h 47 min
203 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Arenal Volcano to Cartago

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Cheapest
By car (203 km)
3 h 47 min
203 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
3 h 47 min
203 km.
from $7.72
Bus via Los Ángeles
4 h 12 min
108 km.
from $63.35
Train
4 h 16 min
108 km.
from $33.65
Plane, Train
3 h 42 min
108 km.
from $273.55
Bus (Bus)
5 h 15 min
108 km.
from $60.48
Bus (Bus #2)
7 h 23 min
108 km.
from $61.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from La Fortuna to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$204.73

Jungle Tom Safaris Shuttle

Phone:
+506 2221 7878
Email:
Website:
jungletomsafaris.com/
Bus from La Fortuna to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$69.97–$89.06

Interbus Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6050 6500
Email:
Website:
interbusonline.com/
Bus from La Fortuna to San
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.69

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from La Fortuna to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$114.50

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Bus from Ciudad Quesada to Tical
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.91

Compañía Carbachez e Hijos

Phone:
+506 2451 1284 / 8689 4895
Email:
Bus from Los Ángeles to San
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.71
Bus from La Fortuna to San
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.07

Empresarios Unidos

Phone:
+506 2221 6600
Email:
Website:
empresariosunidos.cr/home/
Bus from San Ramón to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.88

Transpisa

Email:
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Bus from La Fortuna to Ciudad
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.04–$4.07

Autotransportes Lumaca

Phone:
+506 4109 9900 / 4404 9950
Email:
Website:
lumaca.cr/
Bus from San José to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.55

Airlines

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from La Fortuna Arenal Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$292.62

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Río Segundo to Estación
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.65
Train from Estación Atlántico to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65
Train from Alajuela to Estación
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Cartago is to drive and train which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arenal Volcano to Cartago is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

How far is it from Arenal Volcano to Cartago?

The distance between Arenal Volcano and Cartago is 175 km. The road distance is 172.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Arenal Volcano to Cartago without a car is to bus via Los Ángeles which takes 4h 12m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Arenal Volcano to Cartago, including transfers.

Can I drive from Arenal Volcano to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Arenal Volcano to Cartago is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Arenal Volcano to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 412+ hotels available in Cartago. Prices start at $57.48 per night.
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