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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Chilamate is to bus via Terminal San Carlos which costs $9 - $10 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Chilamate is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Chilamate?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Chilamate. However, there are services departing from Alajuela and arriving at Frente Hotel Selva Verde via Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Chilamate?

The distance between Alajuela and Chilamate is 122 km. The road distance is 71.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Chilamate without a car is to bus which takes 2h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Alajuela to Chilamate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Chilamate bus from?

Alajuela to Chilamate bus services, operated by Autotransportes Palmares, depart from Alajuela station.

Where does the Alajuela to Chilamate bus arrive?

Alajuela to Chilamate bus services, operated by Autotransportes Palmares, arrive at Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Chilamate?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Chilamate is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Alajuela to Chilamate.

Where can I stay near Chilamate?

There are 77+ hotels available in Chilamate.

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

How to get fromAlajuela to Chilamate

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Alajuela to Chilamate by bus, car, taxi, plane, or shuttle

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 Alajuela to Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Colabus San José / ...
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Frente Hotel Selva Verdebus 406-A/B
2h 18m
Bus via Terminal San Carlos
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Terminal San Carlosbus Heredia
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Frente Hotel Selva Verdebus 406-A/B
2h 43m
$9–10
Drive 71.9 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Chilamatecar 71.9 km
1h 49m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alajuela to Chilamatetaxi 71.9 km
1h 49m
$160–200
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Fortuna to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquishuttle
3h 37m
$434–505

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

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alajuela to Chilamate.

Launch map view

Distance: 122.1 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Chilamate, Heredia, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Alajuela to Frente Hotel Selva Verde via Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola and Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José in around 2h 18m.

Airlines