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

The cheapest way to get from Upala to Alajuela is to bus which costs $8 - $11 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Upala to Alajuela is to shuttle which takes 2h 27m and costs $365.

Is there a direct bus between Upala and Alajuela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Upala and arriving at Alajuela. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Upala to Alajuela?

The distance between Upala and Alajuela is 154 km. The road distance is 181.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Upala to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $8 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Upala to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upala to Alajuela bus from?

Upala to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, depart from Upala station.

Where does the Upala to Alajuela bus arrive?

Upala to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transnorte de Upala, arrive at Alajuela station.

Can I drive from Upala to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Upala to Alajuela is 181 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Upala to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 844+ hotels available in Alajuela.

Upala to Alajuela - 5 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Upala to Alajuela by shuttle, plane, bus, 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.

Shuttle to La Fortuna Arenal Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Upala to La Fortunashuttle
2. Fly from La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane FON - SJO
2h 39m
$320–328
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Upala to Alajuelabus Alajuela
4h 30m
$8–11
Drive 181.3 km
1. Drive from Upala to Alajuelacar 181.3 km
3h 9m
$25–36
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Upala to La Fortunashuttle Private
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Alajuelashuttle Private / ...
2h 27m
$365
Shuttle to Tamarindo Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Upala to Tamarindoshuttle
2. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
3h 36m
$406–418

La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Upala to Alajuela.

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Distance: 153.6 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Transnorte de Upala operates a bus from Upala to Alajuela 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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