What is the cheapest way to get from Nicoya to Managua?

The cheapest way to get from Nicoya to Managua is to bus via Rivas which costs $9 - $13 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nicoya to Managua?

The fastest way to get from Nicoya to Managua is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Nicoya and Managua?

No, there is no direct bus from Nicoya to Managua. However, there are services departing from Nicoya and arriving at Managua Mercado Huembes via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Peñas Blancas and Rivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Nicoya to Managua?

The distance between Nicoya and Managua is 296 km. The road distance is 290.9 km.

How do I travel from Nicoya to Managua without a car?

The best way to get from Nicoya to Managua without a car is to bus via Rivas which takes 7h 4m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Nicoya to Managua?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Nicoya to Managua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nicoya to Managua bus from?

Nicoya to Managua bus services, operated by Transportes La Pampa, depart from Nicoya station.

Where does the Nicoya to Managua bus arrive?

Nicoya to Managua bus services, operated by Transportes La Pampa, arrive at Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia station.

Can I drive from Nicoya to Managua?

Yes, the driving distance between Nicoya to Managua is 291 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Nicoya to Managua.

Where can I stay near Managua?

There are 115+ hotels available in Managua.

Nicoya to Managua - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Nicoya to Managua by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus via Rivas
best
1. Take the bus from Nicoya to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembesbus
7h 4m
$9–13
Drive 290.9 km
1. Drive from Nicoya to Managuacar 290.9 km
4h 28m
$39–57
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nicoya to San Joséshuttle
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SJO - MGA
6h 40m
$502–723
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nicoya to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managuabus
7h 34m
$10–14
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nicoya to Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberiabus 550 Nicoya / ...
2. Take the bus from Parada Rotonda Liberia to Terminal Managua - CCAbus Sjo
11h 46m
$19–29

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA) flights

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Distance: 296.2 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Nicoya, Costa Rica and Managua, Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Nicoya to Managua Mercado Huembes via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, and Rivas in around 7h 4m.

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