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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alajuela to Upala

Composite routes from Alajuela to Upala

Cheapest
3 h 6 min
Car
182 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
131 km.
from $300.12
3 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
131 km.
from $323.75

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$445.65

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$250.00
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tamarindo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$445.65

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from La Fortuna to Upala
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$184.74
Bus from Alajuela to La
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$187.68
Bus from Tamarindo to Upala
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$191.62

Transnorte de Upala

Phone:
+506 2673 0612
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/transnorte-de-upala-s-a
Bus from Alajuela to Upala
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.61–$10.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Upala is to bus which costs $7.61 - $10.87 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Upala is to fly and shuttle which takes 2h 8m and costs $293.48 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Upala?

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

How far is it from Alajuela to Upala?

The distance between Alajuela and Upala is 161 km. The road distance is 187.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Upala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $7.61 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Alajuela to Upala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Upala bus from?

Alajuela to Upala bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, depart from Alajuela station.

Where does the Alajuela to Upala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alajuela to Upala?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Upala is 188 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Alajuela 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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