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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Alajuela is to train and fly which costs $110 - $470 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Alajuela is to fly which takes 6h and costs $190 - $700.

How far is it from Tampa to Alajuela?

The distance between Tampa and Alajuela is 2022 km. The road distance is 5088.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Alajuela without a car is to bus which takes 5 days 13h and costs $500 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Tampa to Alajuela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Alajuela bus from?

Tampa to Alajuela bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Tampa to Alajuela?

The best way to get from Tampa to Alajuela is to fly which takes 6h and costs $190 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $500 - $800 and takes 5 days 13h.

Where does the Tampa to Alajuela bus arrive?

Tampa to Alajuela bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tallahassee station.

What is the time difference between Tampa and Alajuela?

Alajuela is 2h behind Tampa. It is currently 11:35 PM in Tampa and 9:35 PM in Alajuela.

Can I drive from Tampa to Alajuela?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Alajuela is 5089 km. It takes approximately 2 days 17h to drive from Tampa to Alajuela.

Where can I stay near Alajuela?

There are 832+ hotels available in Alajuela.

Tampa to Alajuela - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Alajuela?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Alajuela. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría via Tallahassee, Magnolia Transit Center, Houston and Terminal Managua - CCA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 days 13h.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tampa to Alajuela by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly from Tampa
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane TPA - SJO
6h
$192–702
Train to Orlando, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MCO - SJO
8h 2m
$118–464
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Tallahasseebus
2. Take the bus from Tallahassee to Houston Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Houston to Managuabus
4. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaríabus
5d 13h
$503–777
Drive 5,088.6 km
1. Drive from Tampa to Alajuelacar 5,088.6 km
2d 17h
$683–986
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane SRQ - SJO
11h 12m
$141–618

Tampa (TPA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

42Weekly Planes

5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,021.8 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Alajuela, Costa Rica?

Breeze Airways, Copa Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Tampa (TPA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría via Tallahassee, Houston Bus Station, Magnolia Transit Center, Sage Rd @ Alabama St, Houston, and Terminal Managua - CCA in around 5d 13h.

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