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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Colón?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to 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 Colón?

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

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Colón bus from?

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

Where does the Alajuela to Colón bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alajuela to Colón?

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

Where can I stay near Colón?

There are 769+ hotels available in Colón.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Alajuela to 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 Colóncar 18.1 km
28 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alajuela to Colóntaxi 18.1 km
28 min
$35–50
Walk
1. Take the walk from Alajuela to 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
$3–4

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Distance: 51.1 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Colón, San José, 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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