Transfers Countries Nicaragua ManaguaManagua to San Juan del Sur

Private car transfer from Managua to San Juan del Sur

Door-to-door
in 2 h 20 min

From €19
per seat

Comfortable
car

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Managua.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 20 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in San Juan del Sur.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

129 km2 h 20 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Managua to San Juan del Sur

What airport do you fly into for San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua?

The best airport to fly into is the Managua Airport (MGA), where most connections will arrive and depart. This is around 2.5 hours from San Juan del Sur by car. Daytrip offers private airport transfers you can book online in advance for the smoothest experience.

Is there a local bus from Managua to San Juan del Sur?

There is a public bus from Managua to San Juan del Sur. The journey takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes. For a faster ride than public transportation can offer, consider a Daytrip private transfer and get door-to-door in just 2 hours and 20 minutes.

How do I get from the Managua airport to San Juan del Sur?

Travelers can take a public bus from Managua Airport (MGA) to San Juan del Sur, or rely on one of the private shuttle companies affiliated with specific hotels in San Juan. Or, choose a Daytrip private transfer for flexible booking and optional sightseeing stops.

How much is a taxi from Managua to San Juan del Sur?

The cost of a taxi on this route can vary widely across companies, but travelers can expect to spend around $140-$170 for a one-way journey. The trip may be more enjoyable in a private car with Daytrip, a transfer service offering sightseeing stops en route.

How do I get from Managua to San Juan del Sur?

The best transportation option from Managua to San Juan del Sur is a Daytrip private transfer. This comfortable door-to-door service takes just 2 hours and 20 minutes with one of the team of private drivers, saving you the hassle of a rental car.

What is the fastest bus from Managua to San Juan del Sur?

The fastest bus between these two cities is the express bus, which takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes. The journey usually involves one transfer to a new bus in Rivas. While not a direct bus route, the tickets are very affordable at $3 and up.

Visit these sights on the way

Masaya Volcano

From the rim of this volcano you can stare into a lava-filled crater. A Fiery Gaze

El Coyotepe Fortress

This hilltop fortress has been used by everyone from dictators to the Boy Scouts. A Scout Station

Mirador de Catarina

Panoramic views are just the tip of the iceberg at this lookout point - there’s often live music, and delicious food too! A Sensory Delight

Granada Nicaragua

One of the oldest European settlements in the Americas, this historic city is the most picturesque in the country. Old World in the New World

Christ of the Mercy

One of the world’s tallest Jesus statues offers heavenly views from its hilltop position. Look Like Jesus

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Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.

For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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