Buses from Popoyo (surf beach)
Schedules, fares and terminals for every bus leaving Popoyo (surf beach), plus the ones arriving.
Rivas department
The essentials
Where to catch the bus
- Parada de Las Salinas (Popoyo)
There is no terminal: buses to Rivas and the express to Managua are flagged down on the main road in Las Salinas. The road is 2–4 km from Guasacate beach (Popoyo).
Directions
Going to Managua
Direct express from Parada, about 3 h 30 min
See times and optionsComing from Managua
Direct express from Huembes, about 3 h 30 min
See times and optionsFirst and last bus
The first leaves at 5:30 AM (to Rivas) and the last at 4:30 PM (to Rivas).
Things to do in Popoyo (surf beach)
Places worth seeing when you arrive.
- Beach
Surfing Popoyo
One of Central America's most famous waves, with schools for beginners.
- Beach
Guasacate natural pool
At low tide, rock pools form that are perfect for a swim.
- Beach
Playa Santana and Playa Gigante
Neighbouring beaches to explore by mototaxi.
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Express buses from Popoyo (surf beach)
Direct buses between major cities with few stops. Faster and slightly pricier.
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Local buses from Popoyo (surf beach)
The famous “chicken buses”: they stop in every town along the way. Cheapest and slowest.
Buses arriving in Popoyo (surf beach)
Handy for planning the way back.
Guides for Popoyo (surf beach)
Events in Popoyo (surf beach)
Photo: Dylan Wooters, CC BY-SA 2.0 April to October
Surf season and parties in Popoyo
Big swells, surf contests and full-moon parties organised by the hostels of Guasacate and Popoyo. Ask the hostels for each event's dates.
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