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Alajuela to Santa Elena

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2 h 24 min
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alajuela to Santa Elena

Composite routes from Alajuela to Santa Elena

Cheapest
2 h 24 min
Car
133 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Other from Puente Villa Bonita to Lagarto
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$43.48

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Other from Alajuela to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$228.74

Autotransportes Colorado de Abangares

Phone:
+506 2256 8598
Email:
info@grupocaribeños.com
Other from Alajuela to Las
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.18

Transmonteverde

Phone:
+506 2645 7447
Email:
Website:
transmonteverde.com/
Other from Lagarto to Santa
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$7.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena is to bus which costs $9.78 - $11.96 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena is to shuttle which takes 1h 5m and costs $232.61 - $234.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Santa Elena?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Santa Elena. However, there are services departing from Alajuela and arriving at Santa Elena via Las Juntas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Santa Elena?

The distance between Alajuela and Santa Elena is 159 km. The road distance is 135.1 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to Santa Elena without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $9.78 - $11.96 .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Alajuela to Santa Elena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Santa Elena bus from?

Alajuela to Santa Elena bus services, operated by Autotransportes Colorado de Abangares, depart from Alajuela station.

Where does the Alajuela to Santa Elena bus arrive?

Alajuela to Santa Elena bus services, operated by Autotransportes Colorado de Abangares, arrive at Las Juntas station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Santa Elena?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Santa Elena is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Alajuela to Santa Elena.

Where can I stay near Santa Elena?

There are 359+ hotels available in Santa Elena. Prices start at $50.52 per night.
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