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

The cheapest way to get from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ciudad Colón and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Ciudad Colón and arriving at Alajuela via Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela?

The distance between Ciudad Colón and Alajuela is 41 km. The road distance is 19.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ciudad Colón to Alajuela bus from?

Ciudad Colón to Alajuela bus services, operated by Comtrasuli, depart from Ciudad Colón station.

Where does the Ciudad Colón to Alajuela bus arrive?

Ciudad Colón to Alajuela bus services, operated by Comtrasuli, arrive at Terminal Tralapa station.

Can I drive from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Ciudad Colón to Alajuela is 19 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 810+ hotels available in Alajuela.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela by bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ciudad Colón to Terminal Tralapabus 145 San Jose
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola to Alajuelabus San José / ...
1h 10m
Drive 19.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ciudad Colón to Alajuelacar 19.1 km
29 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ciudad Colón to Alajuelataxi 19.1 km
29 min
$40–50
Walk
1. Take the walk from Ciudad Colón to Alajuelawalk 19.1 km
3h 49m
Bus via 100 m sur De La Agonía
1. Take the bus from Ciudad Colón to Terminal Tralapabus 145 San Jose
2. Take the bus from Escuela Juan Rafael Mora Porras to 100 m sur De La Agoníabus 200
1h 26m
$3–4

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Distance: 41.3 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica and Alajuela, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Ciudad Colón to Alajuela via Terminal Tralapa and Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola in around 1h 10m.

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