What is the cheapest way to get from Oaxaca to León?

The cheapest way to get from Oaxaca to León is to bus via San Cristóbal de las Casas which costs $190 - $230 and takes 24h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oaxaca to León?

The fastest way to get from Oaxaca to León is to fly and shuttle which takes 10h 50m and costs $280 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Oaxaca and León?

No, there is no direct bus from Oaxaca to León. However, there are services departing from Oaxaca and arriving at Leon, Nicaragua via San Cristóbal de las Casas and Antigua Guatemala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 47m.

How far is it from Oaxaca to León?

The distance between Oaxaca and León is 1356 km. The road distance is 1508 km.

How do I travel from Oaxaca to León without a car?

The best way to get from Oaxaca to León without a car is to bus via San Cristóbal de las Casas which takes 24h 47m and costs $190 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Oaxaca to León?

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Oaxaca to León, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oaxaca to León bus from?

Oaxaca to León bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Oaxaca station.

Where does the Oaxaca to León bus arrive?

Oaxaca to León bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at San Cristóbal de las Casas station.

Can I drive from Oaxaca to León?

Yes, the driving distance between Oaxaca to León is 1508 km. It takes approximately 21h 5m to drive from Oaxaca to León.

Where can I stay near León?

There are 101+ hotels available in León.

Oaxaca to León - 5 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Oaxaca to León by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane OAX - MGA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Managua Airport to Leónshuttle
10h 50m
$283–762
Bus, shuttle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oaxaca to Tapachulabus
2. Take the bus from Tapachula to Antigua Guatemalabus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Antigua Guatemala to Leónshuttle
41h 39m
$145–232
Bus via San Cristóbal de las Casas
1. Take the bus from Oaxaca to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Antigua Guatemalabus
3. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Leon, Nicaraguabus
24h 47m
$195–224
Drive 1,508 km
1. Drive from Oaxaca to Leóncar 1,508 km
21h 5m
$186–269
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oaxaca to Tapachulabus
2. Take the bus from Tapachula to Antigua Guatemalabus
3. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Leon, Nicaraguabus
29h 27m
$206–264

Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Managua Airport (MGA) flights

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8h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,356.4 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Oaxaca, Mexico and León, Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Oaxaca to Leon, Nicaragua via San Cristóbal de las Casas, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Antigua Guatemala, and Antigua Guatemala in around 24h 47m.

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