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

The cheapest way to get from Cartago to Alajuela is to bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartago to Alajuela is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Cartago and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Cartago to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Esq Pintura Sur via Terminal TUASA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Cartago and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct train from Cartago to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Cartago and arriving at Alajuela via Estación Atlántico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Cartago to Alajuela?

The distance between Cartago and Alajuela is 43 km. The road distance is 42 km.

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

The best way to get from Cartago to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs $2 - $4.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Cartago to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Alajuela bus from?

Cartago to Alajuela bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, depart from Cartago station.

Where do I catch the Cartago to Alajuela train from?

Cartago to Alajuela train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, depart from Cartago station.

Train or bus from Cartago to Alajuela?

The best way to get from Cartago to Alajuela is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs $2 - $4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Cartago to Alajuela bus arrive?

Cartago to Alajuela bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, arrive at Terminal Lumaca station.

Where does the Cartago to Alajuela train arrive?

Cartago to Alajuela train services, operated by Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles, arrive at Estación Atlántico station.

Can I drive from Cartago to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartago to Alajuela is 42 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Cartago to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 836+ hotels available in Alajuela.

Cartago to Alajuela - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cartago to Alajuela by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal TUASA to Esq Pintura Surbus San Jose
1h 36m
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Cartago to Estación Atlánticotrain San José
2. Take the train from Estación Atlántico to Alajuelatrain San José
2h 13m
$2–3
Drive 42 km
1. Drive from Cartago to Alajuelacar 42 km
45 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cartago to Alajuelataxi 42 km
45 min
$75–95
Bus via El Erizo
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal TUASA to El Erizobus Alajuela
1h 58m
$2–3

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cartago to Alajuela.

Launch map view

Distance: 43.1 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Cartago to Esq Pintura Sur via Terminal Lumaca and Terminal TUASA in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cartago to Alajuela via Estación Atlántico in around 2h 13m.

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