San José to Arenal Volcano National Park
167 km (104 miles)
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Arenal Volcano National Park
A near-perfect volcanic cone wrapped in rainforest, hot springs, and lava-trail hikes.
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Rental Car
From San José, take Northern Lowlands Highway (Route 4) for 83 km, then Northern Lowlands Highway (Route 4) for the final 13 km into Arenal Volcano National Park.
Highways used
- Rt 4 Northern Lowlands Highway 83 km · 1 hour 27 min
- Rt 4 Northern Lowlands Highway 13 km · 14 min
Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.
Shuttle
Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.
Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.
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