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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Quepos is to bus which costs $7 - $11 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Quepos is to fly which takes 38 min and costs $105 - $115.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Quepos?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Quepos. However, there are services departing from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 and arriving at Terminal San Rafael de Cerros via Terminal Tica Bus and Entrada a Jacó. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Quepos?

The distance between Alajuela and Quepos is 68 km. The road distance is 104.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Quepos without a car is to bus via Jacó which takes 5h 3m and costs $15 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Alajuela to Quepos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Quepos bus from?

Alajuela to Quepos bus services, operated by TUASA, depart from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 station.

Bus or fly from Alajuela to Quepos?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Quepos is to fly which takes 38 min and costs $105 - $115. Alternatively, you can bus via Jacó, which costs $15 - $30 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Alajuela to Quepos bus arrive?

Alajuela to Quepos bus services, operated by TUASA, arrive at INA San José station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Quepos?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Quepos is 104 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Alajuela to Quepos.

Where can I stay near Quepos?

There are 410+ hotels available in Quepos.

Alajuela to Quepos - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Alajuela to Quepos by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP)plane SJO - XQP
38 min
$107–114
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Hospital Queposbus 699 Puerto Jiménez / ...
5h 29m
$7–11
Bus via Jacó
1. Take the bus from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 to INA San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Jaco Maxi Palibus
3. Take the bus from Entrada a Jacó to Terminal San Rafael de Cerrosbus
5h 3m
$15–30
Drive 104.1 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Queposcar 104.1 km
2h 46m
$14–21
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Queposshuttle Manuel antonio
4h 15m
$30–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal TRACOPA to Terminal San Rafael de Cerrosbus 613 San José / ...
5h 12m
$13–18

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) flights

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Distance: 67.7 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Quepos, Costa Rica?

SANSA, Costa Rica Green Airways, and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Quepos La Managua Airport (XQP) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 to Terminal San Rafael de Cerros via INA San José, Terminal Tica Bus, Jaco Maxi Pali, and Entrada a Jacó in around 5h 3m.

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