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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alajuela to Cartago

Composite routes from Alajuela to Cartago

Cheapest
1 h 29 min
Car
76 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

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:
$0.98–$1.52

Autotransportes Lumaca

Phone:
+506 4109 9900 / 4404 9950
Email:
Website:
lumaca.cr/
Bus from San José to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.33

Train operators

Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles

Phone:
+506 25425818
Train from Alajuela to Estación
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.03–$1.41
Train from Estación Atlántico to Cartago
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.03–$1.41

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Cartago?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Cartago is to train which costs $2.07 - $2.83 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to Cartago?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Cartago is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Cartago. However, there are services departing from INVU Las Cañas and arriving at Cartago via San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Alajuela and Cartago?

No, there is no direct train from Alajuela to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Alajuela and arriving at Cartago via Estación Atlántico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Cartago?

The distance between Alajuela and Cartago is 41 km. The road distance is 42.8 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to Cartago without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Cartago without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $2.07 - $2.83 .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Cartago?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Alajuela to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Cartago bus from?

Alajuela to Cartago bus services, operated by TUASA, depart from INVU Las Cañas station.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Cartago train from?

Alajuela to Cartago train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, depart from Alajuela station.

Train or bus from Alajuela to Cartago?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Cartago is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $2.07 - $2.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.28 - $2.83 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Alajuela to Cartago bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alajuela to Cartago train arrive?

Alajuela to Cartago train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, arrive at Estación Atlántico station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Cartago is 43 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Alajuela to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 148+ hotels available in Cartago. Prices start at $42.25 per night.
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