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

The cheapest way to get from Turrialba to Alajuela is to bus and train which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turrialba to Alajuela is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Turrialba and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Turrialba to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Turrialba and arriving at Esq Pintura Sur via Terminal Cartago and Avenida 3 con Calle 36. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Turrialba to Alajuela?

The distance between Turrialba and Alajuela is 82 km. The road distance is 77.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Turrialba to Alajuela without a car is to bus via Avenida 3 con Calle 36 which takes 1h 40m and costs $5 - $7.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Turrialba to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turrialba to Alajuela bus from?

Turrialba to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transtusa, depart from Turrialba station.

Where does the Turrialba to Alajuela bus arrive?

Turrialba to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transtusa, arrive at San Jose Terminal Transtusa station.

Can I drive from Turrialba to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Turrialba to Alajuela is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Turrialba to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 861+ hotels available in Alajuela.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Turrialba 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 via Avenida 3 con Calle 36
best
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take the bus from Avenida 3 con Calle 36 to Esq Pintura Surbus San Jose
1h 40m
$5–7
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take the train from Estación Atlántico to Alajuelatrain San José
2h 11m
$4–6
Drive 77.7 km
1. Drive from Turrialba to Alajuelacar 77.7 km
1h 29m
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Turrialba to Alajuelataxi 77.7 km
1h 29m
$150–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turrialba to San Jose Terminal Transtusabus 302 Direct
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola to Alajuelabus San José
1h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Turrialba to Alajuela.

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Distance: 81.5 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Turrialba to Esq Pintura Sur via San José, Terminal Cartago, Quiznos, and Avenida 3 con Calle 36 in around 1h 40m.

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