InternationalIndicativeUpdated Oct 29, 2026

Bus from Managua to San Salvador (El Salvador)

International · leaves from Terminal Tica Bus Managua. Operated by Tica Bus.

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Departure times

Every day

5:00 AM
12:00 PM

Fare

US$50 – US$58

Duration

11 h

Distance

540 km approx.

Leaves from

Terminal Tica Bus Managua

Arrives at

San Salvador (El Salvador)

Operator

Tica Bus

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Stops along the way

Managua
Chinandega
El Guasaule (frontera)
El Amatillo (frontera)
San Salvador (El Salvador)

Tips for this trip

Two border crossings on the way (Honduras and El Salvador). Confirm times at ticabus.com.

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