Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

Guanacaste Province
Alajuela Province
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Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province Schedule

Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Quercus Travel Minibus 18pax Any time$ 496.10
Interbus Online Van 10pax 08:50 - 14:20$ 56.40
Interbus Online Van 10pax 13:45 - 19:45$ 126
Interbus Online Van 10pax 14:25 - 19:55$ 104.41

Transportation from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

Facts about the transport from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

Cheapest Transport$47
Fastest Transport2h 27m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure5:10 PM
Departures per day47
Distance123 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCaribe Shuttle, Daytrip, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle, Quercus Travel, RideCR, Sansa Airlines

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How to get from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

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

  • Flight
  • 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 Flight 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 599.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 47.24.

How far is Guanacaste Province from Alajuela Province?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province. Your trip will be a total of 77 miles (123 km). The flying distance is 77 miles (123 km).

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

The travel time from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 24 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is RideCR: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 47.24 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 599.50.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 46.87 to USD 46.87;
  • Van price : USD 57.28 - USD 131.22;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 58.32 - USD 131.22. From Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province starting from 08:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer until 15:15 Liberia Hotel Transfer
  • Plane tickets - USD 238.49 to USD 328.06;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 157.26 to USD 599.88.

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

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

  • 15 by taxi+Van from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province starting from 08:00 Tamarindo Hotel Transfer until 15:15 Liberia Hotel Transfer
  • Vans from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 15:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 15:15. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 238.49.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

Sansa Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province 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 Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province. 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 157.26.

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 Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province. 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 Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province.

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 Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Guanacaste Province to Alajuela Province? 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.