What is the cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco?

The cheapest way to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco is to bus via Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco which costs $18 - $27 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco?

The fastest way to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Alajuela to Playas del Coco?

The distance between Alajuela and Playas del Coco is 237 km. The road distance is 224.2 km.

How do I travel from Alajuela to Playas del Coco without a car?

The best way to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco without a car is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alajuela to Playas del Coco bus from?

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

Where does the Alajuela to Playas del Coco bus arrive?

Alajuela to Playas del Coco bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Comunidad station.

Can I drive from Alajuela to Playas del Coco?

Yes, the driving distance between Alajuela to Playas del Coco is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Alajuela to Playas del Coco.

Where can I stay near Playas del Coco?

There are 839+ hotels available in Playas del Coco.

Alajuela to Playas del Coco - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

Q: Is there a direct bus between Alajuela and Playas del Coco?

No, there is no direct bus from Alajuela to Playas del Coco. However, there are services departing from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría and arriving at Comunidad via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Comunidadbus 1502
2h 27m
$40–51
Bus via Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Comunidadbus San Jose
4h 5m
$19–27
Drive 224.2 km
1. Drive from Alajuela to Playas del Cococar 224.2 km
3h 45m
$31–44
Fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane SJO - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Playa Tamarindo to Playas del Cocoshuttle
2h 37m
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Playas del Cocoshuttle Private / ...
6h 29m
$331–332
Fly to Liberia International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Liberia International Airport (LIR)plane SJO - LIR
2. Take the bus from Sardinal to Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Cocobus
2h 47m
$198–579
Fly to Nosara Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Nosara Airport (NOB)plane SJO - NOB
2. Take a shuttle bus from Nosara to Playas del Cocoshuttle
3h 36m
$239–275

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) flights

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Map of how to get from Alajuela to Playas del Coco.

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Distance: 237.3 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Alajuela, Costa Rica and Playas del Coco, Costa Rica?

Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría to Comunidad twice daily. Tickets cost $9–18 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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