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

The cheapest way to get from Sonsonate to Managua is to bus which costs $35 - $60 and takes 15h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sonsonate to Managua is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $450 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Sonsonate and Managua?

No, there is no direct bus from Sonsonate to Managua. However, there are services departing from Terminal Nueva Ruta 205 and arriving at Managua Tica Bus via Santa Tecla, El Tunco, Potosi and León. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Sonsonate to Managua?

The distance between Sonsonate and Managua is 458 km. The road distance is 552.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sonsonate to Managua without a car is to bus via Potosi which takes 13h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Sonsonate to Managua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sonsonate to Managua bus from?

Sonsonate to Managua bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, depart from Terminal Nueva Ruta 205 station.

Where does the Sonsonate to Managua bus arrive?

Sonsonate to Managua bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, arrive at Santa Tecla station.

Can I drive from Sonsonate to Managua?

Yes, the driving distance between Sonsonate to Managua is 553 km. It takes approximately 8h 22m to drive from Sonsonate to Managua.

Where can I stay near Managua?

There are 106+ hotels available in Managua.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Sonsonate to Managua by shuttle, 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.

Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Sonsonate to El Salvador International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SAL - MGA
4h 30m
$450–740
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sonsonate to San Salvadorbus 205 Sonsonate
2. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus to Terminal Managua - CCAbus Ssv
15h 19m
$38–58
Bus via Potosi
1. Take the bus from Terminal Nueva Ruta 205 to Santa Teclabus
2. Take the bus from El Tunco to Potosibus
3. Take the bus from Potosi to Leónbus
4. Take the bus from León to Managua Tica Busbus
13h 25m
Drive 552.6 km
1. Drive from Sonsonate to Managuacar 552.6 km
8h 22m
$69–99
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Sonsonate to San Salvadorbus 205 Sonsonate
2. Take the bus from San Salvador to Managuabus San Salvador
16h 48m
$62
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Sonsonate to San Salvadorbus 205 Sonsonate
2. Take the bus from San Salvador to Managua Tica Busbus Managua
19h 19m
$42–58

Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Managua Airport (MGA) flights

21Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

$277Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sonsonate to Managua.

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Distance: 458 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Sonsonate, El Salvador and Managua, Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Terminal Nueva Ruta 205 to Managua Tica Bus via Santa Tecla, Santa Tecla, El Tunco, El Tunco, Potosi, León, and León in around 13h 25m.

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