What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to El Progreso?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to El Progreso is to bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 15h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to El Progreso?

The fastest way to get from Managua to El Progreso is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $410 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and El Progreso?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to El Progreso. However, there are services departing from Managua Tica Bus and arriving at El Progreso via San Pedro Sula. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 35m.

How far is it from Managua to El Progreso?

The distance between Managua and El Progreso is 446 km. The road distance is 557 km.

How do I travel from Managua to El Progreso without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to El Progreso without a car is to bus via Tegucigalpa which takes 14h 12m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Managua to El Progreso?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Managua to El Progreso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to El Progreso bus from?

Managua to El Progreso bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from Managua Tica Bus station.

Bus or fly from Managua to El Progreso?

The best way to get from Managua to El Progreso is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $410 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Tegucigalpa, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 14h 12m.

Where does the Managua to El Progreso bus arrive?

Managua to El Progreso bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at San Pedro Sula station.

Can I drive from Managua to El Progreso?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to El Progreso is 557 km. It takes approximately 8h 32m to drive from Managua to El Progreso.

Where can I stay near El Progreso?

There are 14+ hotels available in El Progreso.

Managua to El Progreso - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Managua to El Progreso 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 Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP)plane MGA - SAP
6h 9m
$410–655
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua Tica Bus to San Pedro Sulabus
15h 35m
$40–60
Bus via Tegucigalpa
1. Take the bus from Managua Tica Bus to Tegucigalpabus
2. Take the bus from Tegucigalpa to El Progresobus
14h 12m
$46–75
Drive 557 km
1. Drive from Managua to El Progresocar 557 km
8h 32m
$77–111
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Leónshuttle Managua
2. Take a shuttle bus from León to San Pedro Sulashuttle Ruta 3
12h 43m
$257
Fly to Palmerola Airport, bus
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Palmerola Airport (XPL)plane MGA - XPL
2. Take the bus from Comayagua to El Progresobus
9h 50m
$346–611

Managua Airport (MGA) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) flights

19Weekly Planes

4h 22mAverage Duration

$325Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Managua to El Progreso.

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Distance: 446 km
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Managua, Nicaragua and El Progreso, Honduras?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and Copa Airlines fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Managua Tica Bus to El Progreso via Tegucigalpa and Tegucigalpa in around 14h 12m.

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