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San Salvador to Panama

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24 h 26 min
1642 km.
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Six ways to Travel from San Salvador to Panama

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Cheapest
By car (1 642 km)
24 h 26 min
1642 km.
from $90
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Rideshare
24 h 26 min
1642 km.
from $21.42
Bus (Bus #2)
44 h 31 min
1047 km.
from $268.14
Bus (Bus)
38 h 49 min
1044 km.
from $471.65
Bus via Managua
40 h 39 min
1046 km.
from $290.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,273.86

Copa Airlines

Website:
copaair.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to Tocumen
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$433.11–$1,528.63

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$127.39
Bus from San Jose to La
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$127.39
Bus from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$95.54

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from San Jose to Panama
Ave. Duration:
17h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$95.54
Bus from León to Managua
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Managua to San
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$50.95
Bus from San Jose to La
Ave. Duration:
16h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$89.17

Nica Bus

Phone:
+505 2222 2276
Email:
Website:
nicabus.com.ni/
Bus from León Agencia Nicabus to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.08

El Salvador Local Buses

Bus from San Salvador to Suchitoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.87

Ruta del Golfo

Phone:
+503 7749 7648
Email:
Website:
rutadelgolfo.com/
Bus from Suchitoto to León
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$216.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Salvador to Panama is to bus which costs $141.30 - $250 and takes 44h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Salvador to Panama is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $260.87 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between San Salvador and Panama?

No, there is no direct bus from San Salvador to Panama. However, there are services departing from San Salvador and arriving at Panama City via Suchitoto, León, Managua, San Jose and La Chorrera. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 39m.

How far is it from San Salvador to Panama?

The distance between San Salvador and Panama is 1227 km. The road distance is 1642.6 km.

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

The best way to get from San Salvador to Panama without a car is to bus which takes 38h 49m and costs $293.48 - $358.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from San Salvador to Panama, including transfers.

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

San Salvador to Panama bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, depart from San Salvador station.

Train, bus or fly from San Salvador to Panama?

The best way to get from San Salvador to Panama is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $260.87 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $358.70 and takes 38h 49m. There are no good options to train between San Salvador to Panama.

Where does the San Salvador to Panama bus arrive?

San Salvador to Panama bus services, operated by El Salvador Local Buses, arrive at Suchitoto station.

What is the time difference between San Salvador and Panama?

Panama is 1h ahead of San Salvador. It is currently 02:52 in San Salvador and 03:52 in Panama.

Can I drive from San Salvador to Panama?

Yes, the driving distance between San Salvador to Panama is 1643 km. It takes approximately 24h 24m to drive from San Salvador to Panama.

Where can I stay near Panama?

There are five+ hotels available in Panama. Prices start at $43.23 per night.
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