Quepos to Alajuela Province

Quepos to Alajuela Province

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Alajuela Province
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Quepos to Alajuela Province 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
Standard 3pax
Any time
+4h 40m
$233.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 40m
$327.00
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+4h 40m
$327.00
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
08:30
08:40
$245.10
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
08:50
14:10
$253.25
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
09:40
14:10
$253.25
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
12:00
08:40
$245.10
Flight
Sansa Airlines
Economy
15:50
08:40
$245.10

How to get from Quepos to Alajuela Province

When you want to get from Quepos to Alajuela Province, 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 761.87. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 55.42.

How far is Quepos from Alajuela Province?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Quepos to Alajuela Province. 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 Quepos to Alajuela Province?

The travel time from Quepos to Alajuela Province 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 Quepos to Alajuela Province?

The cost of the trip from Quepos to Alajuela Province varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is RideCR: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 55.42 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 761.87.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 50.80 to USD 50.80;
  • Van price : USD 55.42 - USD 174.86;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 63.54. From Quepos to Alajuela Province starting from 08:00 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer until 08:00 Manuel Antonio Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 295.92 to USD 761.87.

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

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

  • Vans from Quepos to Alajuela Province depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Quepos to Alajuela Province any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Quepos 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 Quepos 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 295.92.

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 Quepos 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 Quepos 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 Quepos to Alajuela Province

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Quepos 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:

  • 65% chosen taxi+Van
  • 18% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% opted for a van.

Transportation from Quepos to Alajuela Province

Facts about the transport from Quepos to Alajuela Province

Cheapest Transport$51
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure2:30 PM
Departures per day49
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesArenal Trans, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Interbus Online, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR, Tropicalia Tours and Transportation