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

The cheapest way to get from Zarcero to Alajuela is to bus via Terminal TUASA which costs $4 - $8 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Zarcero to Alajuela is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Zarcero and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Zarcero to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Zarcero and arriving at Alajuela via Naranjo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Zarcero to Alajuela?

The distance between Zarcero and Alajuela is 44 km. The road distance is 43.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zarcero to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 1h 26m and costs $6 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Zarcero to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zarcero to Alajuela bus from?

Zarcero to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, depart from Zarcero station.

Where does the Zarcero to Alajuela bus arrive?

Zarcero to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transportes San Carlos, arrive at Naranjo station.

Can I drive from Zarcero to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Zarcero to Alajuela is 43 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Zarcero to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 837+ hotels available in Alajuela.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zarcero to Alajuela 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 Zarcero to Naranjobus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Naranjo to Alajuelabus Alajuela
1h 26m
$6–7
Bus via Terminal TUASA
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zarcero to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus 214 Laguna de Alfaro Ruiz
2. Take the bus from Terminal TUASA to El Erizobus Alajuela
3h
$4–8
Drive 43.3 km
1. Drive from Zarcero to Alajuelacar 43.3 km
57 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zarcero to Alajuelataxi 43.3 km
57 min
$85–110

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zarcero to Alajuela.

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Distance: 43.6 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Zarcero to Alajuela via Naranjo in around 1h 26m.

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