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

The cheapest way to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica is to bus which costs $32 - $35 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $190 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Nicaragua and Costa Rica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Managua and arriving at Terminal TransNica. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Nicaragua to Costa Rica?

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

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

The best way to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica without a car is to bus which takes 8h 18m and costs $37 - $38.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nicaragua to Costa Rica bus from?

Nicaragua to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Nica Bus, depart from Managua station.

Bus or fly from Nicaragua to Costa Rica?

The best way to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica is to fly which takes 2h 51m and costs $190 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $37 - $38 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Nicaragua to Costa Rica bus arrive?

Nicaragua to Costa Rica bus services, operated by Nica Bus, arrive at Terminal NicaBus station.

Can I drive from Nicaragua to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Nicaragua to Costa Rica is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from Nicaragua to Costa Rica.

Where can I stay near Costa Rica?

There are 781+ hotels available in Costa Rica.

Nicaragua to Costa Rica - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica by plane, bus, 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
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)MGA - SJO
2h 51m
$196–527
Bus via Panadería Norma
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal Tica Bus
8h 34m
$30–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBusChinandega
8h 18m
$37–38
Drive 417.7 km
1. Drive from Managua to San José417.7 km
6h 31m
$56–81
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal TransNicaManagua
9h
$32–35

Nicaragua to Costa Rica by bus

7Weekly Buses

9hAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nicaragua to Costa Rica.

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Distance: 337.1 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Nicaragua and Costa Rica?

Copa Airlines and World Ticket fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) once daily. Alternatively, Nica Bus operates a bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBus once daily. Tickets cost $37–38 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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