Alajuela Province to Quepos

Alajuela Province to Quepos

Alajuela Province
Quepos
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Alajuela Province to Quepos Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Interbus Online
Van 9pax
Any time
+2h 30m
$228.83
Taxi
Volcano Travel
Van 6pax
Any time
+5h
$275.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 35m
$327.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+4h 35m
$327.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+4h 35m
$233.00
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
08:50
07:40
$291.68
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
13:20
14:40
$384.83
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
13:25
09:00
$215.41
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
14:10
09:30
$233.46

How to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos

When you want to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 620.86. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi+van as a taxi+van ticket costs as low as USD 64.81.

How far is Alajuela Province from Quepos?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Alajuela Province to Quepos. Your trip will be a total of 140 miles (225 km). The flying distance is 140 miles (225 km).

How long does it take to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos?

The travel time from Alajuela Province to Quepos can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos?

The cost of the trip from Alajuela Province to Quepos varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Interbus Online: travelling by taxi+van expect to pay as low as USD 64.81 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 620.86.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Alajuela Province to Quepos:

  • Van price : USD 55.22;
  • Bus tickets - USD 56.80 to USD 56.80;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 64.81. From Alajuela Province to Quepos starting from 07:45 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer until 07:45 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 304.51 to USD 620.86.

How many trips per day are there between Alajuela Province and Quepos?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 1 by taxi+Van from Alajuela Province to Quepos starting from 07:45 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer until 07:45 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Alajuela Province to Quepos any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Alajuela Province to Quepos is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 304.51.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Alajuela Province to Quepos. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Alajuela Province to Quepos.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Alajuela Province to Quepos

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Alajuela Province to Quepos? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 45% chosen taxi+Van
  • 22% decided to go for a bus.
  • 22% opted for a van.
  • 11% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Alajuela Province to Quepos

Facts about the transport from Alajuela Province to Quepos

Cheapest Transport$56
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure8:00 AM
Departures per day45
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCoach Costa Rica, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR