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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Puntarenas to Alajuela

Composite routes from Puntarenas to Alajuela

Cheapest
1 h 33 min
Car
85 km.
from $4
Other
2 h 32 min
68 km.
from $17.98
3 h 31 min
68 km.
from $10.59
3 h 20 min
68 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste

Phone:
+506 4404 0505
Email:
sac@tiguanacaste.com
Website:
tiguanacaste.com/
Bus from Cruce de Barranca to Parada
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.61

Transportes Quepos Puntarenas

Phone:
+506 2777 0263
Email:
info@tqpcr.com
Website:
tqpcr.com/horarios-y-tarifas..html
Bus from Puntarenas to Orotina
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$1.20–$3.15

TUASA

Phone:
+506 2442 6900
Email:
contraloriadeservicios@grupotuasa.com
Website:
grupotuasa.com/index.html
Bus from Terminal Tuasa San José to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.92–$1.41

Transmonteverde

Phone:
+506 2645 7447
Email:
transmonteverdeb.s.a@gmail.com
Website:
transmonteverde.com/
Bus from Puntarenas to Barranca
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$6.52

Empresarios Unidos

Phone:
+506 2221 6600
Email:
servicioalcliente@eupsacr.com
Website:
empresariosunidos.cr/home/
Bus from Puntarenas to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.98

Transportes Jacó

Phone:
+506 2290 2922
Email:
info@transportesjacoruta655.com
Website:
transportesjacoruta655.com/
Bus from Campo Ferial Orotina to Puente
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puntarenas to Alajuela is to bus which costs $6.85 - $7.39 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puntarenas to Alajuela is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Puntarenas and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Puntarenas to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Puntarenas and arriving at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría via Cruce de Barranca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Puntarenas to Alajuela?

The distance between Puntarenas and Alajuela is 95 km. The road distance is 85.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Puntarenas to Alajuela without a car is to line 625 bus and bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $10.87 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Puntarenas to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puntarenas to Alajuela bus from?

Puntarenas to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transmonteverde, depart from Puntarenas station.

Where does the Puntarenas to Alajuela bus arrive?

Puntarenas to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transmonteverde, arrive at Barranca station.

Can I drive from Puntarenas to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Puntarenas to Alajuela is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Puntarenas to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 726+ hotels available in Alajuela. Prices start at $75.22 per night.
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