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Managua to San José

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3 h 23 min
223 km.
from $12
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Six ways to Travel from Managua to San José

Composite routes from Managua to San José

Cheapest
3 h 23 min
Car
223 km.
from $12
Other
3 h 23 min
Rideshare
223 km.
from $8.48
6 h 47 min
178 km.
from $40.76
3 h 35 min
Bus
178 km.
from $31.20
8 h 9 min
178 km.
from $100.70
8 h 15 min
178 km.
from $83.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Other from Terminal Managua - CCA to Liberia
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.00–$53.26
Other from Terminal Managua - CCA to La
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$48.91

Transnorte de Upala

Phone:
+506 2673 0612
Website:
yoviajocr.com/company/transnorte-de-upala-s-a
Other from Peñas Blancas to Upala
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Other from Liberia to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.26–$4.46

Buses Públicos Nicaragua

Other from Managua Mercado Huembes to Rivas
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.97

Costa Rica Local Buses

Other from La Cruz to Upala
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.76

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Managua to San José is to bus and drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Managua to San José is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

How far is it from Managua to San José?

The distance between Managua and San José is 257 km. The road distance is 223.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Managua to San José without a car is to bus via Rivas which takes 6h 47m and costs $33.70 - $42.39 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Managua to San José, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Managua to San José?

The best way to get from Managua to San José is to bus via Rivas which takes 6h 47m and costs $33.70 - $42.39 . There are no good options to train or bus between Managua to San José.

Can I drive from Managua to San José?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to San José is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Managua to San José.

Where can I stay near San José?

There are 10+ hotels available in San José. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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