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

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Limón is to bus which costs $40 - $55 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Managua to Limón is to fly and bus and shuttle which takes 5h 57m and costs $380 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Limón?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to Limón. However, there are services departing from Managua and arriving at Parada Antes Del Macdonalds via Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José and Terminal Guápiles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Managua to Limón?

The distance between Managua and Limón is 604 km. The road distance is 519.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Managua to Limón without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 9h 44m and costs $965 - $969.

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

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Managua to Limón, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to Limón bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Managua to Limón?

The best way to get from Managua to Limón is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $310 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus via Guápiles, which costs $49 - $50 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Managua to Limón bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Managua to Limón?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Limón is 520 km. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Managua to Limón.

Where can I stay near Limón?

There are 39+ hotels available in Limón.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Managua to Limón by bus, shuttle, car, or plane

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Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivasbus
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Cañasbus Mga
3. Take a shuttle bus from Cañas to Monteverdeshuttle
4. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Limónshuttle
9h 44m
$965–969
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal TransNicabus Managua
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Mepe - Limónbus San José – Manzanillo
13h 45m
$41–52
Drive 519.8 km
1. Drive from Managua to Limóncar 519.8 km
7h 43m
$84–121
Fly to Limón International Airport
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Limón International Airport (LIO)plane MGA - LIO
6h 6m
$314–544
Bus via Guápiles
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBusbus
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Inicialbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus
12h 28m
$49
Bus via Managua
1. Take the bus from Managua to San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José to Parada Inicialbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Guápiles to Parada Antes Del Macdonaldsbus
16h 10m
Fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport, bus, shuttle
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
2. Take the bus from 50 m este Del Aeropuerto to Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14bus
3. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Guápilesshuttle
5h 57m
$385–807

Managua to Limón by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 28mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 603.6 km
Duration: 9h 44m

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

World Ticket and SANSA fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Limón International Airport (LIO) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Managua to Parada Antes Del Macdonalds via Terminal NicaBus, Gran Terminal del Caribe, San José, and Terminal Guápiles in around 12h 28m.

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