Arenal Volcano Park

How to get to La Fortuna

Shared shuttles, private transfers, self-drive, or charter flights — pick what fits your trip.

Book your Transfer

La Fortuna is roughly 3 hours from San José International Airport (SJO) and 2.5 hours from Liberia (LIR). All of the options below run daily.

Shared Shuttle

Daily morning and afternoon departures from San José. Reliable, comfortable, and budget-friendly.

  • Departures at 7:00 AM and 2:30 PM
  • Minimum 2 passengers
  • Connects La Fortuna with San José, Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo and 3 Guanacaste zones
  • Pickup at Dennis Restaurant in Alajuela (not direct from SJO airport)
Most popular

Private Shuttle

Door-to-door transfer with your own driver. Flight-tracking and optional stops along the way.

  • Direct from any San José hotel or SJO terminal
  • Driver tracks your flight in case of delays
  • About 3 hours, optional stops included
  • Available to/from all major beach destinations

Self-Drive (Car Rental)

The most flexible option. Pick up a 4×4 at the airport and you're free to explore at your own pace.

  • 4×4 SUV recommended for terrain in Arenal
  • Activate roaming or buy a prepaid SIM at the airport
  • Download WhatsApp — Costa Rica's default messaging app
  • Best route: Route 1 → San Ramón → Route 702 to La Fortuna
Fastest

Charter Flight

Skip the drive entirely. Personalized service for travelers who value time and comfort.

  • Departs from San José, Liberia, or other CR destinations
  • Aircraft sized to your group
  • Custom quotes for solo travelers up to large groups
  • Arrive in La Fortuna in under an hour

Guanacaste zones

Both shared and private shuttles serve all three Guanacaste zones for transfers to/from La Fortuna.

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Zone 1 · Northern beaches

Papagayo · Hermosa · Coco · Ocotal · RIU · Panamá

2

Zone 2 · Tamarindo area

Brasilito · Langosta · Tamarindo · Conchal · Flamingo · Potrero

3

Zone 3 · Southern Guanacaste

Pinilla · Avellanas · JW Marriott · Sugar · Negra · Grande

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