What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to San Rafael is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to San Rafael is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from El Erizo and arriving at San Rafael via Heredia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Alajuela to San Rafael?

The distance between Alajuela and San Rafael is 15 km. The road distance is 15 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to San Rafael without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Alajuela to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to San Rafael bus from?

Alajuela to San Rafael bus services, operated by TUASA, depart from El Erizo station.

Where does the Alajuela to San Rafael bus arrive?

Alajuela to San Rafael bus services, operated by TUASA, arrive at Heredia station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to San Rafael is 15 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Alajuela to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 768+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Alajuela to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alajuela to San Rafael by train, bus, taxi, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alajuela to Herediatrain San José
2. Take the bus from Heredia to San Rafaelbus
1h 17m
Drive 15 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alajuela to San Rafaelcar 15 km
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Erizo to Herediabus Alajuela
2. Take the bus from Heredia to San Rafaelbus
1h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alajuela to San Rafaeltaxi 15 km
19 min
$28–35

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alajuela to San Rafael.

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Distance: 14.8 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and San Rafael, Heredia, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from El Erizo to San Rafael via Heredia in around 1h 25m.

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