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

The cheapest way to get from Paraíso to Alajuela is to bus via 100 m sur De La Agonía which costs $4 - $5 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paraíso to Alajuela is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Paraíso and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Paraíso to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Paraíso and arriving at Alajuela via Cartago, Terminal Cartago and Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Paraíso to Alajuela?

The distance between Paraíso and Alajuela is 54 km. The road distance is 49 km.

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

The best way to get from Paraíso to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 2h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Paraíso to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paraíso to Alajuela bus from?

Paraíso to Alajuela bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, depart from Cartago station.

Where does the Paraíso to Alajuela bus arrive?

Paraíso to Alajuela bus services, operated by Autotransportes Lumaca, arrive at Terminal Lumaca station.

Can I drive from Paraíso to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Paraíso to Alajuela is 49 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Paraíso to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 833+ hotels available in Alajuela.

Paraíso to Alajuela - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Paraíso to Alajuela by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola to Alajuelabus San José / ...
2h 2m
Bus via 100 m sur De La Agonía
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cartago to Terminal Lumacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to 100 m sur De La Agoníabus 200 / ...
2h 22m
$4–5
Drive 49 km
1. Drive from Paraíso to Alajuelacar 49 km
55 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paraíso to Alajuelataxi 49 km
55 min
$100–130

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Distance: 53.7 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Paraíso, Cartago, Costa Rica and Alajuela, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Paraíso to Alajuela via Cartago, Cartago, Terminal Cartago, and Terminal del Mercado de la Coca Cola in around 2h 2m.

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