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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Upala

Composite routes from San Jose to Upala

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16 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Other from San José to Upala
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$315.15

Transnorte de Upala

Phone:
+506 2673 0612
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/transnorte-de-upala-s-a
Other from San Jose to Upala
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.54–$13.99

Transportes San Carlos

Phone:
+506 8356 1555
Email:
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/autotransportes-san-jose-a-venecia-de-san-carlos-s-a
Other from San Jose to La
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$8.91

Transpisa

Email:
Website:
facebook.com/transpisa
Other from La Fortuna to Upala
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.18–$7.63

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Upala?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Upala is to bus which costs $8.15 - $11.96 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Upala?

The fastest way to get from San José to Upala is to shuttle which takes 2h 30m and costs $269.25 .

Is there a direct bus between San José and Upala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose and arriving at Upala. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from San José to Upala?

The distance between San José and Upala is 204 km. The road distance is 202.8 km.

How do I travel from San José to Upala without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Upala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $8.15 - $11.96 .

How long does it take to get from San José to Upala?

The bus from San Jose to Upala takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the San José to Upala bus from?

San José to Upala bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San José to Upala bus arrive?

San José to Upala bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, arrive at Upala station.

Can I drive from San José to Upala?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Upala is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from San José to Upala.

Where can I stay near Upala?

There are 83+ hotels available in Upala. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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