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

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from Managua to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $200 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Costa Rica?

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

How far is it from Managua to Costa Rica?

The distance between Managua and Costa Rica is 337 km. The road distance is 417.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Managua to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 12h and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Managua to Costa Rica, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Managua to Costa Rica?

The best way to get from Managua to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $200 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 12h.

Can I drive from Managua to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Costa Rica is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Managua to Costa Rica.

Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 752+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

Managua to Costa Rica - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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

Q: Where does the Managua to Costa Rica bus arrive?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Managua to Costa Rica by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
2h 53m
$206–437
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus Mga
12h
$30–50
Drive 417.7 km
1. Drive from Managua to San Josécar 417.7 km
6h 32m
$56–81

Managua to Costa Rica by bus

80Weekly Buses

12hAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Copa Airlines and World Ticket fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) once daily. Alternatively, Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter) operates a bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Norte every 4 hours. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 12h. Two other operators also service this route.

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