What is the cheapest way to get from Panama to El Salvador?

The cheapest way to get from Panama to El Salvador is to bus which costs $110 - $150 and takes 40h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panama to El Salvador?

The fastest way to get from Panama to El Salvador is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $240 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Panama and El Salvador?

No, there is no direct bus from Panama to El Salvador. However, there are services departing from Terminal Albrook and arriving at San Salvador via San José. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 56m.

How far is it from Panama to El Salvador?

The distance between Panama and El Salvador is 968 km. The road distance is 1635.5 km.

How do I travel from Panama to El Salvador without a car?

The best way to get from Panama to El Salvador without a car is to bus which takes 40h 56m and costs $110 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Panama to El Salvador?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Panama to El Salvador, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panama to El Salvador bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Panama to El Salvador?

The best way to get from Panama to El Salvador is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $200 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $150 and takes 40h 56m.

Where does the Panama to El Salvador bus arrive?

Panama to El Salvador 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 and El Salvador?

El Salvador is 1h behind Panama. It is currently 3:51 AM in Panama and 2:51 AM in El Salvador.

Can I drive from Panama to El Salvador?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama to El Salvador is 1636 km. It takes approximately 24h 47m to drive from Panama to El Salvador.

Where can I stay near El Salvador?

There are 427+ hotels available in El Salvador.

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There are 5 ways to get from Panama to El Salvador by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from David
best
1. Fly from David (DAV) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane DAV - SAL
5h 44m
$208–889
Bus via Paso Canoas
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albrook - Panama to Fronterabus
2. Take the bus from Paso Canoas to Terminal Tica Bus San Josébus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San José to Terminal Tica Bus San Salvadorbus
43h 32m
$112–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Albrook to Terminal Tica Busbus Panamá / ...
2. Take the bus from San José to San Salvadorbus San Jose
40h 56m
$115–150
Drive 1,635.5 km
1. Drive from Panama City to San Salvadorcar 1,635.5 km
24h 47m
$224–324
Fly from Tocumen International Airport
1. Fly from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane PTY - SAL
5h 30m
$245–455

David (DAV) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) flights

11Weekly Planes

5h 17mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 967.6 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Panama and El Salvador?

Copa Airlines flies from David (DAV) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Fernandez de Cordoba to San Salvador via Albrook, Terminal Albrook, Terminal Tica Bus, and San José in around 40h 56m.

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