What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to Playas del Coco?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Playas del Coco is to bus via Rivas which costs $9 - $23 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to Playas del Coco?

The fastest way to get from Managua to Playas del Coco is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Playas del Coco?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to Playas del Coco. However, there are services departing from Managua and arriving at Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco via Rivas, Peñas Blancas and Plaza Santa Rosa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Managua to Playas del Coco?

The distance between Managua and Playas del Coco is 248 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

How do I travel from Managua to Playas del Coco without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to Playas del Coco without a car is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs $9 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Managua to Playas del Coco?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Managua to Playas del Coco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to Playas del Coco bus from?

Managua to Playas del Coco bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, depart from Managua station.

Where does the Managua to Playas del Coco bus arrive?

Managua to Playas del Coco bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, arrive at Rivas station.

Can I drive from Managua to Playas del Coco?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Playas del Coco is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Managua to Playas del Coco.

Where can I stay near Playas del Coco?

There are 837+ hotels available in Playas del Coco.

Managua to Playas del Coco - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Managua to Playas del Coco by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Managua to Rivasbus San Juan del Sur
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
5h 43m
$10–24
Bus via Rivas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivasbus Regular
2. Take the bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
5h 58m
$9–23
Drive 247.7 km
1. Drive from Managua to Playas del Cococar 247.7 km
3h 49m
$34–48
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)plane MGA - TNO
2. Take a shuttle bus from Playa Tamarindo to Playas del Cocoshuttle
8h 43m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus Managua to Liberiabus San José – Managua / ...
7h 11m
$21–38
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESAbus Mga
7h 12m
$18–35

Managua Airport (MGA) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO) flights

10Weekly Planes

4h 40mAverage Duration

$240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.9 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Managua, Nicaragua and Playas del Coco, Costa Rica?

You can take a bus from Managua to Playas del Coco via Rivas, Peñas Blancas, Liberia - Estación de Servicio EMESA, Plaza Santa Rosa, and Terminal Pulmitan Playas Del Coco in around 5h 43m.

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