What is the cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Managua?

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Managua is to bus which costs $28 - $50 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Managua?

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Managua is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $150 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Managua?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Atlántico Norte and arriving at Terminal Managua - CCA. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Managua?

The distance between Costa Rica and Managua is 337 km. The road distance is 417.5 km.

How do I travel from Costa Rica to Managua without a car?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Managua without a car is to bus via La Cruz which takes 9h 9m and costs $26 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Costa Rica to Managua?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Costa Rica to Managua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Costa Rica to Managua bus from?

Costa Rica to Managua bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

Bus or fly from Costa Rica to Managua?

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Managua is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $150 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus via La Cruz, which costs $26 - $55 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Costa Rica to Managua bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Managua bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at La Cruz station.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Managua?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Managua is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Costa Rica to Managua.

Where can I stay near Managua?

There are 98+ hotels available in Managua.

Costa Rica to Managua - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Costa Rica to Managua by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Managua Airport
best
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)SJO - MGA
4h 27m
$151–482
Bus via La Cruz
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to La CruzSjo
2. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado HuembesRegular
9h 9m
$27–51
Drive 417.5 km
1. Drive from San José to Managua417.5 km
6h 26m
$56–81
Fly to Tamarindo Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)SJO - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tamarindo to La Cruz
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembes
7h 47m
$331–346
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Managua - CCASjo
12h
$28–50

Costa Rica to Managua by bus

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Distance: 337 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Costa Rica and Managua, Nicaragua?

Copa Airlines, World Ticket, and SANSA fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Managua Mercado Huembes via La Cruz, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, and Rivas in around 9h 9m.

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