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

The cheapest way to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso is to bus which costs $40 - $55 and takes 16h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $490 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Nicaragua and El Progreso?

No, there is no direct bus from Nicaragua to El Progreso. However, there are services departing from Colegio Cristo Rey and arriving at El Progreso via Managua Tica Bus and Terminal Metropolitana de Buses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 42m.

How far is it from Nicaragua to El Progreso?

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

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

The best way to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 17h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Nicaragua to El Progreso?

The best way to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $490 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 16h 42m.

Where does the Nicaragua to El Progreso bus arrive?

Nicaragua to El Progreso bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at Terminal Metropolitana de Buses station.

Can I drive from Nicaragua to El Progreso?

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

Where can I stay near El Progreso?

There are 13+ hotels available in El Progreso.

Nicaragua to El Progreso - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Nicaragua 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
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP)plane MGA - SAP
6h 5m
$490–755
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua Tica Bus to Terminal Metropolitana de Busesbus Managua
16h 42m
$40–55
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Managua to Ocotalbus
2. Drive from Ocotal to Danlícar
3. Take the bus from Danlí to Talangabus
4. Take the bus from Talanga to Esquíasbus
5. Drive from Esquías to El Progresocar
13h 6m
Drive 557 km
1. Drive from Managua to El Progresocar 557 km
8h 32m
$77–111
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Estacion de Autobuses La Ceibashuttle
2. Take the bus from Estacion de Autobuses La Ceiba to El Progresobus
17h 50m

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

26Weekly Planes

4h 25mAverage Duration

$159Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nicaragua to El Progreso.

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Distance: 445.7 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Copa Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Ramón Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Tica Bus operates a bus from Managua Tica Bus to Terminal Metropolitana de Buses once daily. Tickets cost $40–55 and the journey takes 15h.

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