How far is San Salvador from Managua?

About 229 miles (369 km) separate San Salvador and Managua.

Bus San Salvador to Managua from $60 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Salvador to Managua on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00am	SAN SALVADOR	12h	12:00pm	Managua	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00am	SAN SALVADOR	13h 30m	3:30pm	Managua	No tags
Bus	2:00am	SAN SALVADOR	12h 40m	2:40pm	Aeropuerto Augusto Sandino	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:39 AM CST.

Get from San Salvador to Managua

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 40mAverage Duration

226 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 $60

NI bus companies: FlixBus, Rider Express, Orléans Express, Cometa, Megabus, Transporte del Sol, Guatego

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Salvador, SV to Managua by bus

How far is San Salvador from Managua?

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

Best price found

11/25

$60

11/26

$60

Today

$60

11/28

$60

11/29

$60

11/30

$60

12/01

$60

12/02

$60

The cheapest trip from San Salvador, SV to Managua was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $60

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

You can expect to pay from $60 to $60 for a bus ticket from San Salvador, SV to Managua based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-11-28.