What is the cheapest way to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán?

The cheapest way to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán is to bus which costs $90 - $110 and takes 21h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán?

The fastest way to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 35m and costs $250 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Nicaragua and Lago de Atitlán?

No, there is no direct bus from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán. However, there are services departing from Hospital Japonés and arriving at Panajachel via Managua, Frontera El Guasaule, San Benito and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 46m.

How far is it from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán?

The distance between Nicaragua and Lago de Atitlán is 672 km. The road distance is 805 km.

How do I travel from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán without a car?

The best way to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán without a car is to bus via Somotillo which takes 16h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán bus from?

Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, depart from Managua station.

Where does the Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán bus arrive?

Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán bus services, operated by Nicaragua Local Buses, arrive at Guasaule station.

Can I drive from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán?

Yes, the driving distance between Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán is 805 km. It takes approximately 12h 20m to drive from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán.

Where can I stay near Lago de Atitlán?

There are 422+ hotels available in Lago de Atitlán.

Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán - 6 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Nicaragua to Lago de Atitlán by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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Fly to La Aurora International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)plane MGA - GUA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Panajachelshuttle
6h 35m
$251–693
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus Managua to Terminal Tica Bus San Salvadorbus Terminal Managua – Terminal San Carlos
2. Take the bus from San Salvador to Panajachelbus
21h 27m
$91–103
Bus via Somotillo
1. Take the bus from Managua to Guasaulebus
2. Take the bus from Frontera El Guasaule to Terminal San Benito - CCAbus Mga
3. Take the bus from San Benito to Santa Anabus
4. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Panajachelbus
16h 46m
Drive 805 km
1. Drive from Managua to Panajachelcar 805 km
12h 20m
$100–144
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Leónshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from León to Antigua Guatemalashuttle
3. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Santa Cruz la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemalabus
26h
$224–294
Fly to Cuscatlán International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane MGA - SAL
2. Take a shuttle bus from El Salvador International Airport to Santa Anashuttle
3. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Panajachelbus
8h 6m
$621–850

Managua Airport (MGA) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) flights

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 671.6 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Nicaragua and Lago de Atitlán, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from Hospital Japonés to Panajachel via Mercado Mayoreo, Managua, Guasaule, Frontera El Guasaule, San Benito, and Santa Ana in around 16h 46m.

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