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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Matapalo is to bus which costs $11 - $15 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Matapalo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $200 - $280.

How far is it from Alajuela to Matapalo?

The distance between Alajuela and Matapalo is 186 km. The road distance is 238.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Matapalo without a car is to bus via Belén which takes 2h 59m and costs $70 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Alajuela to Matapalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Matapalo bus from?

Alajuela to Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría station.

Bus or fly from Alajuela to Matapalo?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Matapalo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs $200 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus via Belén, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Alajuela to Matapalo bus arrive?

Alajuela to Matapalo bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Belén station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Matapalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Matapalo is 238 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Alajuela to Matapalo.

Where can I stay near Matapalo?

There are 936+ hotels available in Matapalo.

Alajuela to Matapalo - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Matapalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Matapalo. However, there are services departing from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría and arriving at Belén via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Alajuela to Matapalo by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
1h 4m
$203–274
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Paseo Colon Frente A Torre Mercedesbus 200
2. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Matapalobus 1502
4h 48m
$11–15
Bus via Belén
1. Take the bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Belénbus 1502
2h 59m
$70–86
Drive 238.4 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Matapalocar 238.4 km
4h 20m
$32–47

Alajuela to Matapalo by bus

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Matapalo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Belén twice daily. Tickets cost $9–18 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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