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

The cheapest way to get from Managua to David is to bus via Liberia which costs $35 - $50 and takes 16h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Managua to David is to fly which takes 7h 24m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and David?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to David. However, there are services departing from Managua Mercado Huembes and arriving at David via Rivas, Peñas Blancas, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Puntarenas and Terminal de buses Parrita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.

How far is it from Managua to David?

The distance between Managua and David is 601 km. The road distance is 708.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Managua to David without a car is to bus and shuttle via Uvita which takes 12h 48m and costs $360 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Managua to David, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to David bus from?

Managua to David bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, depart from Managua Mercado Huembes station.

Bus or fly from Managua to David?

The best way to get from Managua to David is to fly which takes 7h 24m and costs $130 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus via Liberia, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Managua to David bus arrive?

Managua to David bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, arrive at Rivas station.

What is the time difference between Managua and David?

David is 1h ahead of Managua. It is currently 7:19 AM in Managua and 8:19 AM in David.

Can I drive from Managua to David?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to David is 708 km. It takes approximately 11h 15m to drive from Managua to David.

Where can I stay near David?

There are 99+ hotels available in David.

Managua to David - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, shuttle, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Managua to David by plane, bus, shuttle, 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 to David
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to David (DAV)MGA - DAV
7h 24m
$133–529
Bus via Liberia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivas
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Puntarenas
4. Take the bus from Puntarenas to Parrita
5. Take the bus from Terminal de buses Parrita to David
16h 35m
$35–47
Bus, shuttle via Uvita
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBus
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Uvita
3. Take the bus from Uvita to David
12h 48m
$360–365
Drive 708.2 km
1. Drive from Managua to David708.2 km
11h 15m
$97–140
Fly to Golfito, bus
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Golfito (GLF)MGA - GLF
2. Take the bus from Golfito to Paso Canoas
3. Take the bus from Frontera to David
12h 14m
$113–463
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal TransNica
2. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Paso Canoas
3. Take the bus from Frontera to David
18h 41m
$537–540
Bus
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal Tica Bus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to DavidSan José
18h 55m
$57–91

Managua Airport (MGA) to David (DAV) flights

9Weekly Planes

6h 8mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Managua to David.

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Distance: 600.9 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Managua, Nicaragua and David, Panama?

Copa Airlines flies from Managua Airport (MGA) to David (DAV) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to David via Rivas, Rivas, Peñas Blancas, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Puntarenas, and Terminal de buses Parrita in around 16h 35m.

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