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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tamarindo to Alajuela

Composite routes from Tamarindo to Alajuela

Cheapest
4 h 16 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$445.65
Plane from Nosara Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$282.61

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Tamarindo Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$445.65
Plane from Nosara Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$282.61

Costa Rica Green Airways

Website:
costaricagreenair.com/
Plane from Nosara Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$217.39

Bus operators

RIDE CR SHUTTLE

Phone:
1 800 715 1970
Email:
Website:
ridecr.com/
Bus from Tamarindo to Alajuela
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$255.49

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Email:
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from Tamarindo to Alajuela
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$163.04

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Tamarindo to Parada
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to bus which costs $10.33 - $15.22 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $119.57 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Alajuela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tamarindo and arriving at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

The distance between Tamarindo and Alajuela is 184 km. The road distance is 247.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Alajuela bus from?

Tamarindo to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Tamarindo station.

Bus or fly from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $119.57 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.33 - $15.22 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Tamarindo to Alajuela bus arrive?

Tamarindo to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría station.

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Alajuela is 247 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Tamarindo to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 700+ hotels available in Alajuela. Prices start at $77.62 per night.
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