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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Rivas is to bus which costs $23 - $35 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Rivas is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 11m and costs $395 - $405.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Rivas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puente Villa Bonita and arriving at Rivas. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Rivas?

The distance between Alajuela and Rivas is 434 km. The road distance is 303 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Rivas without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $23 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Alajuela to Rivas, including transfers.

Where does the Alajuela to Rivas bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alajuela to Rivas?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Rivas is 303 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Alajuela to Rivas.

Where can I stay near Rivas?

There are 204+ hotels available in Rivas.

Alajuela to Rivas - 7 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Alajuela to Rivas by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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

Fly to Managua Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SJO - MGA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Granada to Rivasshuttle
4h 26m
$336–670
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puente Villa Bonita to Rivasbus Sjo
8h 15m
$23–35
Drive 303 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Rivascar 303 km
4h 46m
$41–59
Fly to La Fortuna Arenal Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Peñas Blancasshuttle
4h 11m
$395–403
Fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Peñas Blancasshuttle
3. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Rivasbus
4h 52m
$370–381
Fly to Liberia International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Liberia International Airport (LIR)plane SJO - LIR
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
5h 7m
$384–1,316
Bus via Terminal Tica Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Rivasbus San José
10h 52m
$26–37

Alajuela to Rivas by bus

36Weekly Buses

8h 15mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alajuela to Rivas.

Launch map view

Distance: 434.2 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Rivas, Nicaragua?

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) operates a bus from Puente Villa Bonita to Rivas 5 times a day. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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