Bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) toMasaya

There is no direct bus: you change in Juigalpa. The whole trip takes about 6 h 55 min.

Type of trip

Change in Juigalpa

Journey time

6 h 55 min

Fare

C$250 – C$290 (≈ US$6.83–7.92)

Leaves from

Terminal de San Carlos

First bus

4:00 AM

Last bus

2:00 PM

How to get there, step by step

Option 1

1 changeabout 7 h 5 minC$270 – C$330 (≈ US$7.38–9.02)

  1. San Carlos (Río San Juan)

  2. Managua

    Change in Managua: you arrive at Mayoreo and the next bus leaves from Huembes. Take a taxi between terminals.

  3. Masaya

Option 2

2 changesabout 6 h 55 min

  1. San Carlos (Río San Juan)

  2. Juigalpa

    Change in Juigalpa: ask at the terminal for the bus to Tipitapa.

  3. Tipitapa

    Change in Tipitapa: ask at the terminal for the bus to Masaya.

  4. Masaya

Worked out from each leg's timetable plus time to change buses. Confirm at the terminal.

A yellow bus signed Masaya Granada on the highway
Photo: Milei.vencel, Hungary, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
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Things to do in Masaya

Places worth seeing when you arrive.

  • Adventure

    Masaya volcano

    One of the few places on earth where you can drive to the rim of an active crater; on the night visit you can usually see the crater's red glow.

  • Crafts

    Crafts market

    Hammocks, pottery, leather and carvings from all over the country in Masaya's old market.

  • Viewpoint

    Masaya promenade

    A wide view over Masaya lagoon and the volcano.

  • Culture

    El Coyotepe fortress

    An old hilltop fortress at the entrance to town, overlooking Masaya and its lagoon.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is the bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) to Masaya?

The fare is C$250 – C$290 (≈ US$6.83–7.92). Cooperatives set the prices and they can change; check at the terminal.

How long is the bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) to Masaya?

About 6 h 55 min, depending on the type of bus and traffic.

Where does the bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) to Masaya leave from?

It leaves from Terminal de San Carlos.

What time is the first bus?

The first leaves at 4:00 AM and the last at 2:00 PM.

Is there a direct bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) to Masaya?

No. Take the bus to Juigalpa and change there. Each leg and its times are on this page.

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