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San Jose to Managua

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San Jose to Managua Trip Overview

Unless you want to save some time and pay a good amount of money to fly, taking a bus or shuttle is the most affordable and convenient way to travel from San Jose to Managua. There are two daily bus departures and the drive typically takes around six hours. The National Palace of Culture, Plaza of the Revolution, and Managua Cathedral are three destinations you will definitely want to visit. It’s recommended to visit between December and April when the weather is most perfect.

Distance

Distance

329 km (205.6 miles)

Price range

Price range

$29-$35

Ride Duration Range

Ride Duration Range

7h 45m-8h 50m

Earliest Departure

Earliest Departure

10:30

Latest Departure

Latest Departure

12:00

Most Popular Operator

Most Popular Operator

Nica Expreso

Distance

Distance

329 km (205.6 miles)

Price range

Price range

$29-$35

Ride Duration Range

Ride Duration Range

7h 45m-8h 50m

Earliest Departure

Earliest Departure

10:30

Latest Departure

Latest Departure

12:00

Most Popular Operator

Most Popular Operator

Nica Expreso

Unless you want to save some time and pay a good amount of money to fly, taking a bus or shuttle is the most affordable and convenient way to travel from San Jose to Managua. There are two daily bus departures and the drive typically takes around six hours. The National Palace of Culture, Plaza of the Revolution, and Managua Cathedral are three destinations you will definitely want to visit. It’s recommended to visit between December and April when the weather is most perfect.

A beautiful view from within central Managua
A beautiful view from within central Managua-mobile

About the ride from San Jose to Managua

San Jose to Managua Route Information

The distance between San Jose and Managua is 206 miles, or approximately 329 kilometers.

The only way to get from San Jose to Managua is by Bus

The earliest departure leaves at 10:30 and has a duration of 7 hours 45 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 7 hours 45 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available: A/C, Reclining Seats, WC, Food , and TV .

San Jose to Managua by bus

  • Starting Price: $29.33
  • 1 departures a day, or 7 departures a week
  • Review Rating: 4.3/5

There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist, Standard and Business.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.

Companies Operating from San Jose to Managua

7h 45m

$29

(10)

Average price

$29

Average time

7h 45m

Average price

$31

Average time

8h

Average price

$35

Average time

8h 50m

Popular stations and stops in San Jose and Managua

Departure stations in San Jose

Peaje Alajuela

Terminal central CR

Real Cariari

Puente Villa Bonita

Puente Coyol

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Arrival stations in Managua

Central Line Managua

Transportes Nica Expreso

Transporte del Sol Nicaragua

Managua - Any hotel

Managua - Hotel List

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