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Alajuela to San Jose

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3 h 21 min
196 km.
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Three ways to Travel from Alajuela to San Jose

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Cheapest
By car (196 km)
3 h 21 min
196 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
3 h 21 min
196 km.
from $7.46
Bus via Bridgestone
43 min
16 km.
from $2.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to San
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$47.07

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.58–$6.36

Pulmitan de Liberia

Phone:
+506 2222 0610
Email:
info@caribeños.com
Website:
facebook.com/Pulmitan-de-liberia-235807189780829
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.91–$2.54

TUASA

Phone:
+506 2442 6900
Email:
Website:
grupotuasa.com/index.html
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.78
Bus from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 to Bridgestone
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.65
Bus from Cervecería Costa Rica to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.65
Bus from Terminal Tuasa Alajuela to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.91

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.85–$8.27

Transmonteverde

Phone:
+506 2645 7447
Email:
Website:
transmonteverde.com/
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.00–$8.27

Transportes Jacó

Phone:
+506 2290 2922
Email:
Website:
transportesjacoruta655.com/
Bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
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 Alajuela (Region) to San José?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José is to train which costs $1.03 - $1.41 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $30.43 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela (Region) and San José?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from INVU Las Cañas and arriving at Terminal Tuasa San José. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Alajuela (Region) and San José?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alajuela and arriving at Estación Atlántico. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Alajuela (Region) to San José?

The distance between Alajuela (Region) and San José is 18 km. The road distance is 21.4 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela (Region) to San José without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José without a car is to bus which takes 37 min and costs $1 - $1.52 .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José?

The bus from INVU Las Cañas to Terminal Tuasa San José takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Alajuela (Region) to San José bus from?

Alajuela (Region) to San José bus services, operated by TUASA, depart from INVU Las Cañas station.

Where do I catch the Alajuela (Region) to San José train from?

Alajuela (Region) to San José train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, depart from Alajuela station.

Train or bus from Alajuela (Region) to San José?

The best way to get from Alajuela (Region) to San José is to bus which takes 37 min and costs $1 - $1.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.03 - $1.41 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Alajuela (Region) to San José bus arrive?

Alajuela (Region) to San José bus services, operated by TUASA, arrive at Terminal Tuasa San José station.

Where does the Alajuela (Region) to San José train arrive?

Alajuela (Region) to San José train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, arrive at Estación Atlántico station.

Can I drive from Alajuela (Region) to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela (Region) to San José is 21 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Alajuela (Region) to San José.

Where can I stay near San José?

There are 634+ hotels available in San José. Prices start at $77.62 per night.
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