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

The cheapest way to get from Costa Rica to Masaya is to bus via Peñas Blancas which costs $15 - $19 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Costa Rica to Masaya is to drive which takes 5h 59m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Costa Rica and Masaya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Tica Bus San José and arriving at Masaya Parque Los Leones. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 17m.

How far is it from Costa Rica to Masaya?

The distance between Costa Rica and Masaya is 395 km. The road distance is 391.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Costa Rica to Masaya without a car is to bus via Peñas Blancas which takes 7h 10m and costs $15 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Costa Rica to Masaya, including transfers.

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

Costa Rica to Masaya bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Where does the Costa Rica to Masaya bus arrive?

Costa Rica to Masaya bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Liberia station.

Can I drive from Costa Rica to Masaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Costa Rica to Masaya is 391 km. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Costa Rica to Masaya.

Where can I stay near Masaya?

There are 148+ hotels available in Masaya.

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

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Bus via Peñas Blancas
best
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Masayabus
7h 10m
$16–19
Drive 391.1 km
1. Drive from San José to Masayacar 391.1 km
5h 59m
$53–76
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SJO - MGA
2. Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
5h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Liberiabus 1502
2. Take the bus from Liberia to Masaya Parque Los Leonesbus San José – Managua / ...
7h 21m
$27–35
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San José to Masaya Parque Los Leonesbus San José – Managua / ...
9h 17m
$30–45

Costa Rica to Masaya by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.1 km
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Masaya via Liberia, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, and Rivas in around 7h 10m.

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