San José to Poás Volcano National Park
49 km (31 miles)
From
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Poás Volcano National Park
One of the world's largest active craters, an easy day trip above San José.
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Rental Car
Distance: 49 km (31 mi)
Duration: ~2 hours
From San José, take Radial Francisco J. Orlich (Route 153) for the full 20 km into Poás Volcano National Park.
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.
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Shuttle
Duration: ~2.5 hours
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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