Bus from Managua toPopoyo (surf beach)
Express: leaves from Terminal Mercado Roberto Huembes and arrives at Parada de Las Salinas (Popoyo).
ExpressIndicativeUpdated Oct 29, 2026
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Departure times
Every day3:00 PM
Fare
C$120 – C$140 (≈ US$3.28–3.83)
Duration
3 h 30 min
Distance
150 km approx.
Leaves from
Arrives at
Operator
Terminal cooperatives
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Stops along the way
- Managua
- Rivas
- Tola
- Las Salinas
- Popoyo (surf beach)
Tips for this trip
- A single direct afternoon bus, as reported by travellers: confirm at Huembes. At any other time, take an express to Rivas and the Las Salinas bus from there. Surfboards pay extra.
This schedule is indicative: it comes from public information and traveller reports, not from a direct confirmation with the terminal. Arrive early and confirm the fare with the conductor. Travelled recently? Help us verify it.
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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Return: Popoyo (surf beach) → Managua
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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