What is the travel distance from San José to Managua?

San José and Managua are 211 miles (340 km) apart.

Bus San José to Managua from $35 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San José to Managua on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Terminal 7-10 San José	8h 10m	9:10am	Managua	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Terminal 7-10 San José	8h 10m	9:10am	Managua	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Terminal 7-10 San José	8h 10m	9:10am	Managua	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Terminal 7-10 San José	8h 10m	9:10am	Managua	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Terminal 7-10 San José	8h 10m	9:10am	Managua	No tags

Get from San José to Managua

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

213 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Transporte del Sol

3.5/527 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi0.9

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the power outlets. Transporte del Sol ticket prices on this trip start at $35

NI bus companies: Transporte del Sol, Guatego, MyPinkBus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San José, CR to Managua by bus

What is the travel distance from San José to Managua?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/23

$35

11/24

$35

Today

$35

11/26

$35

11/27

No data

11/28

$35

11/29

$35

11/30

$35

The cheapest trip from San José, CR to Managua was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San José, CR to Managua, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $35 for a bus ticket from San José, CR to Managua based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-26.