What is the cheapest way to get from Colón to Nicaragua?

The cheapest way to get from Colón to Nicaragua is to bus via La Cruz which costs $80 - $130 and takes 27h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colón to Nicaragua?

The fastest way to get from Colón to Nicaragua is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $410 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Colón and Nicaragua?

No, there is no direct bus from Colón to Nicaragua. However, there are services departing from Colón and arriving at Managua Mercado Huembes via Terminal Albrook, Terminal Atlántico Norte, La Cruz, Peñas Blancas and Rivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 21m.

How far is it from Colón to Nicaragua?

The distance between Colón and Nicaragua is 923 km. The road distance is 1147.1 km.

How do I travel from Colón to Nicaragua without a car?

The best way to get from Colón to Nicaragua without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 26h 31m and costs $909 - $915.

How long does it take to get from Colón to Nicaragua?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Colón to Nicaragua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colón to Nicaragua bus from?

Colón to Nicaragua bus services, operated by UTRACOLPA, depart from Colón station.

Where does the Colón to Nicaragua bus arrive?

Colón to Nicaragua bus services, operated by UTRACOLPA, arrive at Panama City station.

What is the time difference between Colón and Nicaragua?

Nicaragua is 1h behind Colón. It is currently 5:35 AM in Colón and 4:35 AM in Nicaragua.

Can I drive from Colón to Nicaragua?

Yes, the driving distance between Colón to Nicaragua is 1147 km. It takes approximately 19h 26m to drive from Colón to Nicaragua.

Where can I stay near Nicaragua?

There are 114+ hotels available in Nicaragua.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Colón to Nicaragua by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Colón to Aeropuerto Internacional de Tocumenshuttle
2. Fly from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane PTY - MGA
6h 35m
$415–685
Bus via La Cruz
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colón to Panama Citybus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to La Cruzbus Sjo
4. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembesbus
27h 21m
$81–129
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Colón to Panama Citybus
2. Take the bus from Albrook - Panama to Fronterabus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Paso Canoas to San Joséshuttle
4. Take a shuttle bus from San José to Peñas Blancasshuttle
5. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembesbus
26h 31m
$910–915
Drive 1,147.1 km
1. Drive from Colón to Managuacar 1,147.1 km
19h 26m
$157–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colón to Panama Citybus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal TransNica to Managuabus
27h 45m
$87–144

Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Managua Airport (MGA) flights

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2h 42mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colón to Nicaragua.

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Distance: 923.2 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Colón, Panama and Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Colón to Managua Mercado Huembes via Panama City, Terminal Albrook, Terminal Tica Bus, Terminal Atlántico Norte, La Cruz, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, and Rivas in around 27h 21m.

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