What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra is to bus which costs $9 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $190 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and La Tigra?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to La Tigra. However, there are services departing from Bajo Tejar and arriving at La Tigra via San Ramón. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Alajuela to La Tigra?

The distance between Alajuela and La Tigra is 88 km. The road distance is 84.1 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to La Tigra without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to La Tigra?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Alajuela to La Tigra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to La Tigra bus from?

Alajuela to La Tigra bus services, operated by Auto Transportes Mario Rojas e hijos Ltda, depart from Bajo Tejar station.

Bus or fly from Alajuela to La Tigra?

The best way to get from Alajuela to La Tigra is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $190 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Alajuela to La Tigra bus arrive?

Alajuela to La Tigra bus services, operated by Auto Transportes Mario Rojas e hijos Ltda, arrive at San Ramón station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to La Tigra?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to La Tigra is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Alajuela to La Tigra.

Where can I stay near La Tigra?

There are 680+ hotels available in La Tigra.

Alajuela to La Tigra - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Alajuela to La Tigra by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON)plane SJO - FON
1h 6m
$192–271
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bajo Tejar to San Ramónbus San Ramón
2. Take the bus from San Ramón to La Tigrabus 272 La Fortuna
2h 50m
$8
Drive 84.1 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to La Tigracar 84.1 km
1h 49m
$12–17
Bus via Palmares
1. Take the bus from Alajuela to Palmaresbus San José / ...
2. Take the bus from San Ramón to La Tigrabus 272 La Fortuna
3h 40m
$10
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Terminal San Carlosbus Heredia
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Ciudad Quesadabus 205
5h 42m
$9–13

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

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Distance: 88.1 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and La Tigra, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bajo Tejar to La Tigra via San Ramón in around 2h 50m.

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