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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alajuela to Panama City

Composite routes from Alajuela to Panama City

Cheapest
12 h 32 min
Car
841 km.
from $46
Other
18 h 12 min
526 km.
from $83.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$815.22

Copa Airlines

Website:
copaair.com/
Plane from Juan Santamaría International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$760.87

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from San Jose to Penonomé
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$97.83
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$108.70

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
info@ticabus.com
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52

Union de Transportistas Penonome

Phone:
+507 303-6466
Bus from Penonomé to Panama
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Panama City?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Panama City is to bus which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 18h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to Panama City?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Panama City is to fly which takes 2h 13m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Panama City?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Panama City. However, there are services departing from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 and arriving at Panama Albrook via Lizano, San Jose and Penonomé. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 12m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Panama City?

The distance between Alajuela and Panama City is 566 km. The road distance is 841.3 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to Panama City without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Panama City without a car is to bus via Penonomé which takes 18h 12m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Panama City?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Alajuela to Panama City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Panama City bus from?

Alajuela to Panama City bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from San Jose station.

Bus or fly from Alajuela to Panama City?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Panama City is to fly which takes 2h 13m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 . Alternatively, you can bus via Penonomé, which costs $59.78 - $108.70 and takes 18h 12m.

Where does the Alajuela to Panama City bus arrive?

Alajuela to Panama City bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Penonomé station.

What is the time difference between Alajuela and Panama City?

Panama City is 1h ahead of Alajuela. It is currently 11:56 in Alajuela and 12:56 in Panama City.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Panama City?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Panama City is 841 km. It takes approximately 12h 29m to drive from Alajuela to Panama City.

Where can I stay near Panama City?

There are 603+ hotels available in Panama City. Prices start at $51.28 per night.
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