What is the best way to travel from San José to Alajuela?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to Alajuela from San José. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Alajuela from San José?
You can reach Alajuela with just £33 by taking a Carpool from Ridecr, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Suntrails0h 50m018:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba18:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 18:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 18:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m023:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba23:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 23:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m008:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba09:20AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 08:30:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 09:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £312 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m013:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba14:20AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 13:30:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 14:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £312 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Cheapest Carpool Monday
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Ridecr0h 30m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba05:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 05:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 05:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 11:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 11:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Caribe Shuttle3h 0m005:00Juan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport08:00AlajuelaArenal Volcano0Premium EconomyA Car from Caribe Shuttle goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 05:00:00 to Arenal Volcano, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Caribe Shuttle3h 0m011:00Juan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport14:00AlajuelaArenal Volcano0Premium EconomyA Car from Caribe Shuttle goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 11:00:00 to Arenal Volcano, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Suntrails0h 50m000:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba00:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 00:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 00:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
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Ridecr0h 30m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba05:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 05:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 05:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 11:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 11:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m017:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba17:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 17:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 17:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Suntrails0h 50m000:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba00:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 00:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 00:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m023:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba23:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 23:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Cheapest Carpool Friday
What are the fastest trips from San José to Alajuela?
You can get to Alajuela from San José in just 0h 30m with a Carpool from Ridecr. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Suntrails0h 50m018:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba18:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 18:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 18:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m023:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba23:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 23:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m008:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba09:20AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 08:30:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 09:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £312 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m013:30San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba14:20AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 30/06/2025 13:30:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 30/06/2025 14:20:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £312 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Fastest Carpool Monday
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Ridecr0h 30m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba05:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 05:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 05:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 11:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 11:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Suntrails0h 50m000:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba00:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 00:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 00:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Caribe Shuttle3h 0m005:00Juan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport08:00AlajuelaArenal Volcano0Premium EconomyA Car from Caribe Shuttle goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 05:00:00 to Arenal Volcano, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Caribe Shuttle3h 0m011:00Juan Santamaría - San José AirportJuan Santamaría - San José Airport14:00AlajuelaArenal Volcano0Premium EconomyA Car from Caribe Shuttle goes from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, Juan Santamaría - San José Airport (Costa Rica) at 03/07/2025 11:00:00 to Arenal Volcano, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 03/07/2025 14:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £179 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
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Ridecr0h 30m005:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba05:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 05:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 05:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m011:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba11:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 11:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 11:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Ridecr0h 30m017:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba17:30AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Ridecr goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 17:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 17:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 30m
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Suntrails0h 50m000:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba00:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 00:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 00:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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Suntrails0h 50m023:00San JoséTerminal de Buses Turrialba23:50AlajuelaCity0Premium EconomyA Car from Suntrails goes from Terminal de Buses Turrialba, San José (Costa Rica) at 04/07/2025 23:00:00 to City, Alajuela (Costa Rica) arriving at 04/07/2025 23:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £266 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
Fastest Carpool Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from San José to Alajuela
What are the most popular stations in San José and Alajuela?
In San José, you will usually depart from Terminal del EUPSA, Sagot Coach Stop or Terminal de Buses Turrialba, while in Alajuela you will be arriving at La Paz Waterfall, Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel or Las Cañas, Belén Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Alajuela from San José? With 4 connections between 3 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San José and Alajuela, you can pay as low as £33 with a Carpool from Ridecr.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Ridecr: you will get to Alajuela in just 0h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San José and Alajuela are Suntrails, Ridecr and Caribe Shuttle, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in San José and Alajuela is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Colima or to Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, and look at flights from Juan Santamaría - San José Airport, and landing at Juan Santamaría - San José Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from San José to Alajuela?
The most popular companies between San José and Alajuela, are Suntrails, Ridecr and Caribe Shuttle. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from San José to Alajuela
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San José to Alajuela. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from San José to Alajuela
How can I reach Alajuela from San José?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Alajuela from San José.
How far is Alajuela from San José?
The distance between San José and Alajuela is 16.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San José and Alajuela?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 0 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 3 kgs, and a flight 4 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San José to Alajuela?
You can get to Alajuela with just £33 by taking a Carpool from Ridecr.
What is the fastest way to get from San José to Alajuela?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Alajuela in just 0h 30m with a Carpool from Ridecr.
More routes to San José and to Alajuela
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San José and to Alajuela. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
