Bus from San Carlos (Río San Juan) toSan Juan del Sur

There is no direct bus: you change in Juigalpa and Managua. The whole trip takes about 8 h 55 min.

Type of trip

Change in Juigalpa and Managua

Journey time

8 h 55 min

Fare

C$320 – C$410 (≈ US$8.74–11)

Leaves from

Terminal de San Carlos

First bus

5:00 AM

Last bus

3:00 PM

How to get there, step by step

1 changeabout 9 hC$360 – C$430 (≈ US$9.84–12)

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

Places worth seeing when you arrive.

Viewpoint
Christ of Mercy lookout
A walk up to the statue above the bay; sunset from the top is worth it.
Beach
Playa Maderas
A surf beach north of town with waves for every level.
Beach
Playa Hermosa
A wide beach to the south, good for surfing or spending the day.
Nature
La Flor refuge
In season thousands of turtles come ashore to nest; visits are with rangers.

Do you run a restaurant, guesthouse or tour in San Juan del Sur?

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

The fare is C$320 – C$410 (≈ US$8.74–11). Cooperatives set the prices and they can change; check at the terminal.

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

About 8 h 55 min, depending on the type of bus and traffic.

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

It leaves from Terminal de San Carlos.

What time is the first bus?

The first leaves at 5:00 AM and the last at 3:00 PM.

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

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