Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

Monteverde Puntarenas
Alajuela Province
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Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province Schedule

Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Coach Costa Rica Van 6pax Any timeCRC 122,874
Jacamar Naturalist Tour Minivan 4pax Any timeCRC 136,078
RideCR Minivan 08:00 - 12:30CRC 18,384
Tropicalia Tours and Transportation Minivan 14:00 - 18:04CRC 53,107

Transportation from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

Facts about the transport from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure2:00 PM
Departures per day26
Distance50 kilometers
Transport CompaniesArenal Trans, Coach Costa Rica, Daytrip, Easy Ride, Faro Travel, Interbus Online, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Monteverde Shuttle Bus, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR, Tropicalia Tours and Transportation

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How to get from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

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

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. 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 674.39. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 32.25.

How far is Monteverde Puntarenas from Alajuela Province?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province. Your trip will be a total of 32 miles (50 km). The flying distance is 32 miles (50 km).

How long does it take to get from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province?

The travel time from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province?

The cost of the trip from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Monteverde Shuttle Bus: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 32.25 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 674.39.

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

  • Ferry+Van price: USD 32.25. From Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province starting from 08:00 Monteverde Hotel Transfer until 14:00 Monteverde Hotel Transfer
  • Van price : USD 35.03 - USD 101.21;
  • Bus tickets - USD 69.46 to USD 69.46;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 176.22 to USD 674.39.

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

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

  • Vans from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province depart during the day - there are approximately 10 departures a day.
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province starting from 08:00 Monteverde Hotel Transfer until 14:00 Monteverde Hotel Transfer
  • 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 Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Monteverde Puntarenas 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 Monteverde Puntarenas 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 176.22.

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 Monteverde Puntarenas 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 Monteverde Puntarenas 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 Monteverde Puntarenas to Alajuela Province

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Monteverde Puntarenas 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% opted for a van.