San José to La Fortuna
158 km (98 miles)
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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La Fortuna
Base camp for Arenal Volcano, hot springs, and the country's biggest hanging-bridge 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 La Fortuna.
Highways used
- Rt 4 Northern Lowlands Highway 83 km · 1 hour 22 min
- Rt 4 Northern Lowlands Highway 13 km · 13 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
Popular shuttle route with multiple daily departures. Many tours include stops at attractions.
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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Flight
Note: Domestic flights in Costa Rica are short hops on small turboprops, with strict baggage limits and early check-in. Read more on flying in Costa Rica.
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