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

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Paquera is to bus and ferry which costs $18 - $23 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Paquera is to fly which takes 1h 16m and costs $210 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Paquera?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Paquera. However, there are services departing from Alajuela and arriving at Paquera via Terminal Atlántico Norte and El Relleno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Alajuela to Paquera?

The distance between Alajuela and Paquera is 133 km. The road distance is 243.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alajuela to Paquera without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 30m and costs $18 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Alajuela to Paquera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Paquera bus from?

Alajuela to Paquera bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Where does the Alajuela to Paquera bus arrive?

Alajuela to Paquera bus services, operated by Transportes Cóbano, arrive at Paquera station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Paquera?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Paquera is 243 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Alajuela to Paquera.

Where can I stay near Paquera?

There are 150+ hotels available in Paquera.

Alajuela to Paquera - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Alajuela to Paquera by plane, busferry, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO)plane SJO - ACO
1h 16m
$213–246
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Paquerabusferry San Jose
6h 30m
$19–22
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Por Gasolinera 1-2 to Cerca Del Restaurante Antigua Hacienda, Cruzando Calle S Carrocería S Y Tbus 655
2. Drive from Cerca Del Restaurante Antigua Hacienda, Cruzando Calle S Carrocería S Y T to Paqueracar
4h 22m
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus 200 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Tamborshuttle Private
5h 55m
$315–620
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from 25 m este Ebais Alajuela Centro to Terminal San Carlosbus Heredia
2. Take the busferry from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Paquerabusferry San Jose
6h 53m
$19–25
Drive 243.2 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Paqueracar 243.2 km
4h 20m
$33–48

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO) flights

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Distance: 132.9 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Paquera, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Cobano (ACO) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Transportes Cóbano operates a vehicle from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Paquera once daily. Tickets cost $16–21 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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