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How to get from Heredia to Turrialba by bus and train?

From Heredia to Turrialba by bus and train

To get from Heredia to Turrialba in San José, take the ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ train from Estación Heredia station to Estación Del Atlántico station. Next, take the SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO bus from Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José station to Terminal Transtusa Turrialba station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Heredia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Turrialba on the Moovit app.

181min
Walk to train station
Train - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ
Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
Leaves from Estación Heredia

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    Estación Heredia
    410 m • 6 min
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    Train - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ
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    ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ
    Estación Atlántico
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    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Estación Del Atlántico
    19 min
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    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José
    ID PBA-10104-094
    530 m • 7 min
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    Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Wait for bus
    SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
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    Ride to bus station Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    140 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Heredia to Turrialba by bus

To get from Heredia to Turrialba in San José, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU bus from Outlet Best Brands Heredia station to Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO bus and finally take the SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO bus from Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José station to Terminal Transtusa Turrialba station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Heredia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Turrialba on the Moovit app.

192min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVUALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
Bus - SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICOSAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
Leaves from Outlet Best Brands Heredia

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    Outlet Best Brands Heredia
    ID 5156
    370 m • 5 min
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    Bus - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVUALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
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    ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
    Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced
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    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced
    32 min
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    Walk to bus station
    Frente Al Hotel Talamanca, San José
    ID PBA-10103-071
    180 m • 3 min
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    Bus - SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICOSAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
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    SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
    Terminal Barrio Claret, Contiguo A Iglesia Católica
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    25 M Sur Del Ampm, La California San José
    ID PBA-10104-066
    5 min
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    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José
    ID PBA-10104-094
    210 m • 3 min
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    Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Wait for bus
    SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    140 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Heredia to Turrialba

The distance between Heredia, San José and Turrialba, San José is approximately 74.08 km, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Heredia to Turrialba by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San José – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Heredia to Turrialba

To check the bus and train schedule from Heredia to Turrialba using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Heredia) and destination (Turrialba), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

From Heredia to Turrialba by bus

To get from Heredia to Turrialba in San José, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU bus from Outlet Best Brands Heredia station to Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO bus and finally take the SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO bus from Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José station to Terminal Transtusa Turrialba station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Heredia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Turrialba on the Moovit app.

192min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVUALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
Bus - SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICOSAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
Leaves from Outlet Best Brands Heredia

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  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Outlet Best Brands Heredia
    ID 5156
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVUALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
    Wait for bus
    ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU
    Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Tuasa San José, Costado Norte Parque La Merced
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Frente Al Hotel Talamanca, San José
    ID PBA-10103-071
    180 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICOSAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
    Wait for bus
    SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO
    Terminal Barrio Claret, Contiguo A Iglesia Católica
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    25 M Sur Del Ampm, La California San José
    ID PBA-10104-066
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Costado Sur Del Museo Nacional, San José
    ID PBA-10104-094
    210 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESOSAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Wait for bus
    SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
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    Ride to bus station Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Transtusa Turrialba
    140 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Heredia to Turrialba?

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Train line ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ, Bus line SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Heredia to Turrialba?

    The alternative route takes 192 minutes, using Bus line ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ POR EL INVU, Bus line SAN JOSÉ - BARRIO MÉXICO, Bus line SAN JOSÉ - TURRIALBA EXPRESO.

  • Is there a direct train between Heredia and Turrialba in San José?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Heredia to Turrialba in San José?

    The ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ train line goes from Estación Heredia station near Heredia to Estación Atlántico station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Estación Atlántico station near Turrialba in San José.

  • How long does it take to travel from Heredia to Turrialba in San José by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Heredia and Turrialba in San José by train and bus is about 3 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Heredia to get to Turrialba in San José?

    Get on the ALAJUELA - HEREDIA - SAN JOSÉ train from the Estación Heredia station near Heredia in San José.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Heredia and Turrialba in San José?

    Get off the train at the Estación Atlántico stop, which is closest to Turrialba in San José.