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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Turrialba is to bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Turrialba is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Turrialba?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Turrialba. However, there are services departing from San Rafael and arriving at Turrialba via Heredia, La Castellana and San Jose Terminal Transtusa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Turrialba?

The distance between San Rafael and Turrialba is 75 km. The road distance is 69.8 km.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Turrialba without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $5 - $7.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from San Rafael to Turrialba, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Turrialba bus services, operated by TUASA, depart from Heredia station.

Where does the San Rafael to Turrialba bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Rafael to Turrialba?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Turrialba is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from San Rafael to Turrialba.

Where can I stay near Turrialba?

There are 142+ hotels available in Turrialba.

San Rafael to Turrialba - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from San Rafael to Turrialba by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heredia to Terminal TUASAbus Alajuela
2. Take the bus from San Jose Terminal Transtusa to Turrialbabus 302 Direct
2h 20m
$5–7
Drive 69.8 km
1. Drive from San Rafael to Turrialbacar 69.8 km
1h 21m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Rafael to Turrialbataxi 69.8 km
1h 21m
$140–170

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Turrialba.

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Distance: 74.7 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael to Turrialba via Heredia, Terminal TUASA, La Castellana, Terminal Cartago, and San Jose Terminal Transtusa in around 2h 20m.

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