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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Cóbano is to bus and ferry via Terminal San Carlos which costs $18 - $24 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Cóbano is to fly which takes 40 min and costs $150 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Cóbano?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Cóbano. However, there are services departing from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro and arriving at Cóbano via Terminal Atlántico Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Cóbano?

The distance between Alajuela and Cóbano is 104 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Cóbano without a car is to bus and ferry via Terminal San Carlos which takes 6h 46m and costs $18 - $24.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Cóbano bus from?

Alajuela to Cóbano bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

How long is the flight from Alajuela to Cóbano?

The quickest flight from Juan Santamaría International Airport Airport to Cobano Airport is the direct flight which takes 40 min.

Where does the Alajuela to Cóbano bus arrive?

Alajuela to Cóbano bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, arrive at Cóbano station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Cóbano?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Cóbano is 240 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Alajuela to Cóbano.

Which airlines fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport Airport to Cobano Airport?

World Ticket and SANSA offer flights from Juan Santamaría International Airport Airport to Cobano Airport.

Where can I stay near Cóbano?

There are 393+ hotels available in Cóbano.

Alajuela to Cóbano - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Cóbano?

It takes approximately 40 min to fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alajuela to Cóbano by plane, busferry, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO)plane SJO - ACO
40 min
$150–180
Bus and ferry via Terminal San Carlos
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Cóbanobusferry San Jose
6h 46m
$18–24
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Por Gasolinera 1-2 to Cerca Del Restaurante Antigua Hacienda, Cruzando Calle S Carrocería S Y Tbus 655
2. Drive from Cerca Del Restaurante Antigua Hacienda, Cruzando Calle S Carrocería S Y T to Cóbanocar
4h 58m
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Montezumabusferry Santa Teresa
8h 5m
$67–87
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Cóbanocar 240.2 km
4h 55m
$33–47

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO) flights

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Distance: 103.5 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Cóbano, Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Transportes Cóbano operates a vehicle from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Cóbano once daily. Tickets cost $17–22 and the journey takes 4h 46m.

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