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

The cheapest way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to bus which costs $10 - $12 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $180 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Tamarindo and Alajuela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Tamarindo and arriving at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

The distance between Tamarindo and Alajuela is 183 km. The road distance is 239.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $10 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tamarindo to Alajuela bus from?

Tamarindo to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Terminal Tamarindo station.

Bus or fly from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

The best way to get from Tamarindo to Alajuela is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $180 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $12 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Tamarindo to Alajuela bus arrive?

Tamarindo to Alajuela bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría station.

Can I drive from Tamarindo to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Tamarindo to Alajuela is 239 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Tamarindo to Alajuela.

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

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Where can I stay near Alajuela?

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Tamarindo to Alajuela - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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Fly from Tamarindo Airport
best
1. Fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TNO - SJO
56 min
$189–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaríabus 1502
4h 43m
$10–12
Drive 239.3 km
1. Drive from Tamarindo to Alajuelacar 239.3 km
4h 21m
$33–47
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to Alajuelashuttle Private / ...
2h 30m
$60–340
Fly from Nosara Airport
1. Fly from Nosara Airport (NOB) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane NOB - SJO
2h 36m
$483–523
Bus via Central Autobusera Inteligente
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Central Autobusera Inteligentebus 1502
2. Take the bus from Escuela Juan Rafael Mora Porras to 100 m sur De La Agoníabus 200
5h 57m
$11–14
Bus via Liberia
1. Take the bus from Tamarindo to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus Liberia / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Pulmitan Liberia to San Jose Airportbus Liberia
7h 24m
$13–17

Tamarindo to Alajuela by bus

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Distance: 183.5 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica and Alajuela, Costa Rica?

SANSA and World Ticket fly from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste operates a bus from Terminal Tamarindo to Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría 4 times a day. Tickets cost $10–18 and the journey takes 4h 43m.

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