What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Ciudad Colón?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón. However, there are services departing from Alajuela and arriving at Ciudad Colón via Terminal Tralapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón?

The distance between Alajuela and Ciudad Colón is 51 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón without a car is to bus which takes 1h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Ciudad Colón bus from?

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

Where does the Alajuela to Ciudad Colón bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Ciudad Colón is 18 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón.

Where can I stay near Ciudad Colón?

There are 769+ hotels available in Ciudad Colón.

Alajuela to Ciudad Colón - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón by bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Alajuela to Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Colabus San José / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tralapa to Ciudad Colónbus 145 San Jose
1h 13m
Drive 18.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alajuela to Ciudad Colóncar 18.1 km
28 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alajuela to Ciudad Colóntaxi 18.1 km
28 min
$35–50
Walk
1. Take the walk from Alajuela to Ciudad Colónwalk 19.1 km
3h 49m
Bus via 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Paseo Colon Frente A Torre Mercedesbus 200
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tralapa to Ciudad Colónbus 145 San Jose
1h 44m
$4–5

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Distance: 51.1 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Alajuela to Ciudad Colón via Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola and Terminal Tralapa in around 1h 13m.

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