La Fortuna to Alajuela

La Fortuna to Alajuela

La Fortuna
Alajuela
Thu, Jul 4
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$11
 
 
$776

Other Options

La Fortuna to Alajuela Schedule

La Fortuna to Alajuela Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Quercus Travel Van 6pax Any timeCRC 96,154
Jacamar Naturalist Tour Minivan 4pax Any timeCRC 108,525
Interbus Online Van 10pax 07:30 - 10:00CRC 23,828
Volcano Travel Economy Any timeCRC 22,025
Easy Hop Comfort Minivan 10:00 - 10:05CRC 5,467
Interbus Online Van 10pax 12:30 - 16:00CRC 27,745
My Pink Bus Minivan 14:00 - 16:15CRC 28,662

Transportation from La Fortuna to Alajuela

Facts about the transport from La Fortuna to Alajuela

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport30m
Earliest Departure7:20 AM
Latest Departure2:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Easy Hop, Faro Travel, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, My Pink Bus, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR, Sansa Airlines, Volcano Travel

La Fortuna to Alajuela Destination Reviews

TD
My driver Ramón was amazing, very knowledgeable about the area and answered any question I had. He also stopped to make sure I got to see a sloth along the way! He went above and beyond. I’d definitely recommend
Van Shuttle, Volcano Travel, May 19, 2022
AL
Everything was perfect. Very smooth Drive to La Fortuna in less than 3 hours.
Van Shuttle, Volcano Travel, Apr 30, 2022
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How to get from La Fortuna to Alajuela

When you want to get from La Fortuna to Alajuela, 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 Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van 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 775.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 10.44.

How far is La Fortuna from Alajuela?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from La Fortuna to Alajuela. Your trip will be a total of 140 miles (225 km). The flying distance is 265 miles (426 km).

How long does it take to get from La Fortuna to Alajuela?

The travel time from La Fortuna to Alajuela can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from La Fortuna to Alajuela?

The cost of the trip from La Fortuna to Alajuela varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Easy Hop: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 10.44 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 775.74.

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

  • Van price : USD 10.44 - USD 54.75;
  • Bus tickets - USD 99.46 to USD 99.46;
  • Plane tickets - USD 131.46 to USD 131.46;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 42.78 to USD 775.74.

How many trips per day are there between La Fortuna and Alajuela?

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

  • Vans from La Fortuna to Alajuela depart during the day - there are approximately 10 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 08:00. 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 La Fortuna to Alajuela 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 La Fortuna to Alajuela. 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 131.46.

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 La Fortuna to Alajuela

Sansa Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from La Fortuna to Alajuela 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 La Fortuna to Alajuela. 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 42.78.

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 La Fortuna to Alajuela. 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 La Fortuna to Alajuela.

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 La Fortuna to Alajuela

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from La Fortuna to Alajuela? 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 catch a taxi.