What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco is to bus via Rivas which costs $13 - $26 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco?

The fastest way to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Playa Del Coco?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to Playa Del Coco. However, there are services departing from Managua and arriving at Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco via Rivas, Peñas Blancas and Plaza Santa Rosa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Managua to Playa Del Coco?

The distance between Managua and Playa Del Coco is 248 km. The road distance is 248.3 km.

How do I travel from Managua to Playa Del Coco without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $13 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to Playa Del Coco bus from?

Managua to Playa Del Coco bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, depart from Managua station.

Where does the Managua to Playa Del Coco bus arrive?

Managua to Playa Del Coco bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, arrive at Rivas station.

Can I drive from Managua to Playa Del Coco?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Playa Del Coco is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Managua to Playa Del Coco.

Where can I stay near Playa Del Coco?

There are 821+ hotels available in Playa Del Coco.

Managua to Playa Del Coco - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco by bus, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Managua to Rivasbus San Juan del Sur
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
6h 35m
$14–27
Bus via Rivas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivasbus Regular
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
6h 51m
$13–26
Drive 248.3 km
1. Drive from Managua to Playa Del Cococar 248.3 km
3h 49m
$34–49
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)plane MGA - SJO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Alajuela to Monteverdeshuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Monteverde to Playas del Cocoshuttle
6h 18m
$593–924
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
7h 19m
$18–34
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Managua to Liberiabus
8h 1m
$21–37

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

13Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Managua to Playa Del Coco.

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Distance: 248.5 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Managua to Playa Del Coco via Rivas, Peñas Blancas, Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESA, Plaza Santa Rosa, and Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco in around 6h 35m.

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