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

The cheapest way to get from Nicaragua to Panama is to bus which costs $85 - $140 and takes 25h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nicaragua to Panama is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $370 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Nicaragua and Panama?

No, there is no direct bus from Nicaragua to Panama. However, there are services departing from Autoservicios Mayorga and arriving at Terminal Albrook via Managua and Terminal Tica Bus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 4m.

How far is it from Nicaragua to Panama?

The distance between Nicaragua and Panama is 853 km. The road distance is 1150.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nicaragua to Panama without a car is to bus via Managua which takes 25h 4m and costs $90 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Nicaragua to Panama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nicaragua to Panama bus from?

Nicaragua to Panama bus services, operated by Nica Bus, depart from Managua station.

Bus or fly from Nicaragua to Panama?

The best way to get from Nicaragua to Panama is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $370 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Managua, which costs $90 - $130 and takes 25h 4m.

Where does the Nicaragua to Panama bus arrive?

Nicaragua to Panama bus services, operated by Nica Bus, arrive at Terminal NicaBus station.

What is the time difference between Nicaragua and Panama?

Panama is 1h ahead of Nicaragua. It is currently 2:42 PM in Nicaragua and 3:42 PM in Panama.

Can I drive from Nicaragua to Panama?

Yes, the driving distance between Nicaragua to Panama is 1150 km. It takes approximately 17h 49m to drive from Nicaragua to Panama.

Where can I stay near Panama?

There are 886+ hotels available in Panama.

Nicaragua to Panama - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Nicaragua to Panama by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Tocumen International Airport
best
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY)plane MGA - PTY
4h 35m
$371–642
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal TransNicabus Managua
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Terminal Albrookbus Panamá / ...
25h 40m
$88–139
Bus via Managua
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal NicaBusbus Chinandega
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Terminal Albrookbus Panamá / ...
25h 4m
$93–128
Drive 1,150.1 km
1. Drive from Managua to Panama Citycar 1,150.1 km
17h 49m
$158–228
Fly to David
1. Fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to David (DAV)plane MGA - DAV
6h 47m
$133–649
Bus via Penonomé
1. Take the bus from Managua to Terminal Tica Busbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus to Penonomébus
3. Take the bus from Penonomé to Panamabus
27h 27m
$92–128

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

27Weekly Planes

2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 852.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Nicaragua and Panama?

Copa Airlines and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Managua Airport (MGA) to Tocumen International Airport (PTY) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Autoservicios Mayorga to Fernandez de Cordoba via Plaza Inter, Managua, Terminal NicaBus, Terminal Tica Bus, Terminal Albrook, and Albrook in around 25h 4m.

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