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Three ways to Travel from Managua to San Salvador

Composite routes from Managua to San Salvador

Cheapest
7 h 23 min
Car
494 km.
from $27
Other
7 h 23 min
Rideshare
494 km.
from $18.79

Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from Augusto César Sandino International Airport to El
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.93–$420.47

Bus operators

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Managua to El
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.43–$89.19

Tica Bus

Phone:
+52 962 625 2435
Email:
Website:
ticabus.com/Home/index
Bus from Managua to El
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.77–$57.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Managua to San Salvador is to bus which costs $34.78 - $76.09 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Managua to San Salvador is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $163.04 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Managua and San Salvador?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Managua and arriving at El Salvador. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Managua to San Salvador?

The distance between Managua and San Salvador is 397 km. The road distance is 494.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Managua to San Salvador without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $34.78 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Managua to San Salvador, including transfers.

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

Managua to San Salvador bus services, operated by Tica Bus, depart from Managua station.

Bus or fly from Managua to San Salvador?

The best way to get from Managua to San Salvador is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $163.04 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $76.09 and takes 9h.

Where does the Managua to San Salvador bus arrive?

Managua to San Salvador bus services, operated by Tica Bus, arrive at El Salvador station.

Can I drive from Managua to San Salvador?

Yes, the driving distance between Managua to San Salvador is 495 km. It takes approximately 7h 22m to drive from Managua to San Salvador.

Where can I stay near San Salvador?

There are 225+ hotels available in San Salvador. Prices start at $49.13 per night.
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