What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Lago de Managua?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Lago de Managua is to bus via Liberia which costs $16 - $20 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Lago de Managua?

The fastest way to get from San José to Lago de Managua is to bus and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $220 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between San José and Lago de Managua?

No, there is no direct bus from San José to Lago de Managua. However, there are services departing from Central Autobusera Inteligente and arriving at Tipitapa Centro via Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, Mercado Huembes Sureste and Mercado Mayoreo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from San José to Lago de Managua?

The distance between San José and Lago de Managua is 411 km. The road distance is 423.1 km.

How do I travel from San José to Lago de Managua without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Lago de Managua without a car is to bus via Liberia which takes 9h 21m and costs $16 - $20.

How long does it take to get from San José to Lago de Managua?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from San José to Lago de Managua, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San José to Lago de Managua bus from?

San José to Lago de Managua bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, depart from Central Autobusera Inteligente station.

Where does the San José to Lago de Managua bus arrive?

San José to Lago de Managua bus services, operated by Transporte Inteligente de Guanacaste, arrive at Liberia station.

Can I drive from San José to Lago de Managua?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Lago de Managua is 423 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from San José to Lago de Managua.

Where can I stay near Lago de Managua?

There are 98+ hotels available in Lago de Managua.

San José to Lago de Managua - 6 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from San José to Lago de Managua by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal San José Av. 2, C12 Y 14 to 50 m este Del Aeropuertobus
2. Fly from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Managua Airport (MGA)plane SJO - MGA
4h 35m
$221–462
Bus via Liberia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Liberiabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Peñas Blancasbus
3. Take the bus from Rivas to Managuabus
9h 21m
$16–20
Drive 423.1 km
1. Drive from San José to Pulpería La Providenciacar 423.1 km
6h 31m
$57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal NicaBus to Managuabus San José
9h 32m
$39–40
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Tica Bus San José to Terminal Tica Bus Managuabus San José – Managua / ...
11h 27m
$30–45
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Terminal Atlántico Norte to Terminal Managua - CCAbus Sjo
13h 23m
$35–48

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

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Distance: 411.1 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between San José, Costa Rica and Lago de Managua, León, Nicaragua?

You can take a bus from Central Autobusera Inteligente to Tipitapa Centro via Liberia, Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia, Peñas Blancas, Rivas, Managua, Mercado Huembes Sureste, Pista El Mayoreo, and Mercado Mayoreo in around 9h 21m.

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