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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Turrialba is to train and bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Turrialba is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Turrialba?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Turrialba. However, there are services departing from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 and arriving at Turrialba via La Castellana and San Jose Terminal Transtusa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Turrialba?

The distance between Alajuela and Turrialba is 80 km. The road distance is 78.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Turrialba without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $4 - $6.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Alajuela to Turrialba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Turrialba bus from?

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

Where does the Alajuela to Turrialba bus arrive?

Alajuela to Turrialba bus services, operated by TUASA, arrive at Terminal TUASA station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Turrialba?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Turrialba is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Alajuela to Turrialba.

Where can I stay near Turrialba?

There are 142+ hotels available in Turrialba.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Alajuela to Turrialba by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Estación Atlánticotrain San José
2. Take the bus from San Jose Terminal Transtusa to Turrialbabus 302 Direct
2h 10m
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 to Terminal TUASAbus Alajuela
2. Take the bus from San Jose Terminal Transtusa to Turrialbabus 302 Direct
2h 17m
$5–7
Drive 78.2 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Turrialbacar 78.2 km
1h 31m
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alajuela to Turrialbataxi 78.2 km
1h 31m
$160–190

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alajuela to Turrialba.

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Distance: 79.7 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Avenida 2 con Calle 3 to Turrialba via Terminal TUASA, La Castellana, Terminal Cartago, and San Jose Terminal Transtusa in around 2h 17m.

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