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How to Travel from

Managua to Puntarenas

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Managua, Nicaragua → Puntarenas, Costa Rica

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Five ways to Travel from Managua to Puntarenas

Composite routes from Managua to Puntarenas

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Other

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Augusto César Sandino International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$28.03–$560.62

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Augusto César Sandino International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$191.12–$828.20

Copa Airlines

Website:
copaair.com/
Plane from Augusto César Sandino International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$560.62–$1,146.73

SANSA

Website:
flysansa.com/
Plane from Augusto César Sandino International Airport to Juan
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$28.03–$560.62

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Peñas Blancas to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.56–$47.14
Bus from Terminal Managua - CCA to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.31–$62.43

Buses Públicos Nicaragua

Bus from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.31

Jorge's Taxis and Shuttles

Phone:
+506 6061 5674 / 2645 7272
Website:
shuttlesmonteverde.com/
Bus from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.50–$222.98

Zuma Tours

Phone:
+506 2642 0024
Website:
zumatours.net/
Bus from San Jose Airport to Monteverde
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.60–$121.04

Reina del Campo

Phone:
+506 2663 1752
Website:
reinadelcampo.com/
Bus from Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia to Puntarenas
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.73–$8.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Managua to Puntarenas?

The cheapest way to get from Managua to Puntarenas is to bus via Rivas which costs $18.48 - $53.26 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Managua to Puntarenas?

The fastest way to get from Managua to Puntarenas is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 13m and costs $315.22 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Managua and Puntarenas?

No, there is no direct bus from Managua to Puntarenas. However, there are services departing from Managua Mercado Huembes and arriving at Puntarenas via Rivas, Peñas Blancas and Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Managua to Puntarenas?

The distance between Managua and Puntarenas is 349 km. The road distance is 347.7 km.

How do I travel from Managua to Puntarenas without a car?

The best way to get from Managua to Puntarenas without a car is to bus via Rivas which takes 8h 39m and costs $18.48 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Managua to Puntarenas?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Managua to Puntarenas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Managua to Puntarenas bus from?

Managua to Puntarenas bus services, operated by Buses Públicos Nicaragua, depart from Managua Mercado Huembes station.

Where does the Managua to Puntarenas bus arrive?

Managua to Puntarenas bus services, operated by Buses Públicos Nicaragua, arrive at Rivas station.

Can I drive from Managua to Puntarenas?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to Puntarenas is 348 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Managua to Puntarenas.

Where can I stay near Puntarenas?

There are 126+ hotels available in Puntarenas. Prices start at $38.21 per night.
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