What is the cheapest way to get from El Salvador to Panama?

The cheapest way to get from El Salvador to Panama is to bus via San Salvador which costs $110 - $160 and takes 39h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Salvador to Panama?

The fastest way to get from El Salvador to Panama is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $240 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between El Salvador and Panama?

No, there is no direct bus from El Salvador to Panama. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Carlos - CCA and arriving at Terminal Albrook via Terminal Tica Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 53m.

How far is it from El Salvador to Panama?

The distance between El Salvador and Panama is 1232 km. The road distance is 1636.2 km.

How do I travel from El Salvador to Panama without a car?

The best way to get from El Salvador to Panama without a car is to bus which takes 36h 53m and costs $120 - $190.

How long does it take to get from El Salvador to Panama?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from El Salvador to Panama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Salvador to Panama bus from?

El Salvador to Panama bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal San Carlos - CCA station.

Bus or fly from El Salvador to Panama?

The best way to get from El Salvador to Panama is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $240 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 36h 53m.

Where does the El Salvador to Panama bus arrive?

El Salvador to Panama bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Terminal Atlántico Norte station.

What is the time difference between El Salvador and Panama?

Panama is 1h ahead of El Salvador. It is currently 3:06 AM in El Salvador and 4:06 AM in Panama.

Can I drive from El Salvador to Panama?

Yes, the driving distance between El Salvador to Panama is 1636 km. It takes approximately 24h 56m to drive from El Salvador to Panama.

Where can I stay near Panama?

There are 889+ hotels available in Panama.

El Salvador to Panama - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from El Salvador to Panama by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)plane SAL - PTY
5h 15m
$245–455
Bus via San Salvador
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Salvador to San Josébus San Salvador
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Terminal Albrookbus Panamá / ...
39h 57m
$116–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal San Carlos - CCA to Terminal Atlántico Nortebus Sac
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Terminal Albrookbus Panamá / ...
36h 53m
$123–184
Drive 1,636.2 km
1. Drive from San Salvador to Panama Citycar 1,636.2 km
24h 56m
$224–324
Bus via Paso Canoas
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San Salvador to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San José to Paso Canoasbus
3. Take the bus from Frontera to Albrook - Panamabus
42h 9m
$116–154

Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) flights

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Distance: 1,231.8 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between El Salvador and Panama?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. and Copa Airlines fly from Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal San Carlos - CCA to Fernandez de Cordoba via Terminal Atlántico Norte, Terminal Tica Bus, Terminal Albrook, and Albrook in around 36h 53m.

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