What is the cheapest way to get from Panama City to Managua?

The cheapest way to get from Panama City to Managua is to bus via La Cruz which costs $75 - $130 and takes 26h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panama City to Managua?

The fastest way to get from Panama City to Managua is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $360 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Panama City and Managua?

No, there is no direct bus from Panama City to Managua. However, there are services departing from Terminal Albrook and arriving at Managua via Terminal NicaBus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from Panama City to Managua?

The distance between Panama City and Managua is 849 km. The road distance is 1149.6 km.

How do I travel from Panama City to Managua without a car?

The best way to get from Panama City to Managua without a car is to bus which takes 24h 35m and costs $95 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Panama City to Managua?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Panama City to Managua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panama City to Managua bus from?

Panama City to Managua bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal Albrook station.

Bus or fly from Panama City to Managua?

The best way to get from Panama City to Managua is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $360 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $130 and takes 24h 35m.

Where does the Panama City to Managua bus arrive?

Panama City to Managua bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Terminal Tica Bus station.

What is the time difference between Panama City and Managua?

Managua is 1h behind Panama City. It is currently 1:43 PM in Panama City and 12:43 PM in Managua.

Can I drive from Panama City to Managua?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama City to Managua is 1150 km. It takes approximately 17h 36m to drive from Panama City to Managua.

How do I get a bus ticket from Panama City to Managua?

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Where can I stay near Managua?

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane PTY - MGA
4h 54m
$368–638
Bus via La Cruz
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to La Cruzbus Sjo
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managua Mercado Huembesbus
26h 16m
$79–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus Panamá / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal NicaBus to Managuabus San José
24h 35m
$95–126
Drive 1,149.6 km
1. Drive from Panama City to Managuacar 1,149.6 km
17h 36m
$158–228
Bus via Fernandez de Cordoba
1. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus Panamá / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal TransNica to Managuabus San José
26h 40m
$85–140
Bus via Terminal Tica Bus Managua
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus Panamá to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus San José – Panamá
2. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San José to Terminal Tica Bus Managuabus San José – Managua / ...
28h
$88–122

Panama City to Managua by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

24h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 848.7 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Panama City, Panama and Managua, Nicaragua?

Copa Airlines and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Managua Airport (MGA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Albrook to Managua via Terminal Tica Bus and Terminal NicaBus in around 24h 35m.

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