What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to Cartago?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Cartago is to bus via Cementerio Obrero which costs $30 - $45 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to Cartago?

The fastest way to get from Managua to Cartago is to fly and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $200 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Cartago?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to Cartago. However, there are services departing from Managua and arriving at Cartago via La Castellana and Terminal Lumaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Managua to Cartago?

The distance between Managua and Cartago is 372 km. The road distance is 439.9 km.

How do I travel from Managua to Cartago without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to Cartago without a car is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $40 - $41.

How long does it take to get from Managua to Cartago?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Managua to Cartago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to Cartago bus from?

Managua to Cartago bus services, operated by Nica Bus, depart from Managua station.

Where does the Managua to Cartago bus arrive?

Managua to Cartago bus services, operated by Nica Bus, arrive at Terminal NicaBus station.

Can I drive from Managua to Cartago?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Cartago is 440 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Managua to Cartago.

Where can I stay near Cartago?

There are 534+ hotels available in Cartago.

Managua to Cartago - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Managua to Cartago by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Lumaca to Cartagobus
4h 23m
$207–427
Bus via Cementerio Obrero
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal Tica Busbus
9h 9m
$34–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBusbus Chinandega
8h 24m
$40
Drive 439.9 km
1. Drive from Managua to Cartagocar 439.9 km
6h 58m
$59–86
Bus via San Jose Airport (SJO)
1. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Parada Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaríabus Mga
12h 59m
$35–48

Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) flights

16Weekly Planes

1h 11mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Managua to Cartago.

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Distance: 371.7 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Nica Bus operates a bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBus once daily. Tickets cost $37–38 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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