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

The cheapest way to get from Rivas to Alajuela is to bus via Cañas which costs $18 - $28 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rivas to Alajuela is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Rivas and Alajuela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rivas and arriving at Alajuela Aeropuerto. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Rivas to Alajuela?

The distance between Rivas and Alajuela is 322 km. The road distance is 304.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rivas to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $24 - $35.

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

The bus from Rivas to Alajuela Aeropuerto takes 5h 50m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Rivas to Alajuela bus from?

Rivas to Alajuela bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from Rivas station.

Where does the Rivas to Alajuela bus arrive?

Rivas to Alajuela bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at Alajuela Aeropuerto station.

Can I drive from Rivas to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Rivas to Alajuela is 304 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Rivas to Alajuela.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rivas to Alajuela?

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Rivas to Alajuela - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rivas to Alajuela Aeropuertobus Terminal Managua – Terminal San José
5h 50m
$24–35
Bus via Cañas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Cañasbus Mga
2. Take the bus from Terminal Municipal de Cañas to Antes Del Puente Villa Bonitabus 501-A
6h 52m
$19–28
Drive 304.3 km
1. Drive from Rivas to Alajuelacar 304.3 km
4h 50m
$41–59
Bus, shuttle to Tamarindo Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to La Cruzbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from La Cruz to Tamarindoshuttle
3. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
5h 49m
$452–526
Shuttle to La Fortuna Arenal Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Peñas Blancas to La Fortunashuttle
2. Fly from La Fortuna Arenal Airport (FON) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane FON - SJO
5h 3m
$574–659
Shuttle to Managua Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rivas to Granadashuttle
2. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
5h 52m
$399–729

Rivas to Alajuela by bus

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 322 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Rivas, Nicaragua and Alajuela, Costa Rica?

Tica Bus operates a bus from Rivas to Alajuela Aeropuerto 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–35 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) also services this route every 4 hours.

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