Alajuela Province to Tamarindo

Alajuela Province to Tamarindo

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Alajuela Province to Tamarindo Schedule

Alajuela Province to Tamarindo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any timeCRC 167,771
Interbus Online Van 10pax 08:00 - 12:00CRC 30,110

Transportation from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo

Facts about the transport from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo

Cheapest Transport$53
Fastest Transport2h 30m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure2:55 PM
Departures per day32
Distance125 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Interbus Online, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle, Quercus Travel, Relaxury, RideCR, Sansa Airlines

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How to get from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo

Travelling between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo is possible by Flight, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 425.02 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi+van which will set you back mere USD 60.02.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 16 hours to travel between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 30m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 15h 35m to reach Tamarindo.

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

Travelling between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo can be as cheap as USD 60.02 if you opt for a Interbus Online taxi+van and as expensive as USD 425.02 if you buy a Jacamar Naturalist Tour taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 1 by taxi+Van from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo starting from 08:00 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer until 08:00 La Fortuna Hotel Transfer
  • 31 from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo starting from 00:00 Palma Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Palma Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 332.84.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo

Sansa Airlines

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo

Daytrip, Jacamar Naturalist Tour, Liberia Shuttle, Quercus Travel, Relaxury

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Alajuela Province and Tamarindo

RideCR

What is the most popular transport to get from Alajuela Province to Tamarindo?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi+Van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 92% chosen taxi+Van
  • 8% bought a taxi ride