Managua to Tuxtla by bus
Tuxtla lies 900 km (559 mi) north-west of Managua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 1,098 km (682 mi) of road.
| Managua | Tuxtla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nicaragua | Mexico |
| Population | 973,087 | 604,147 |
| Elevation | 108 m (354 ft) | 535 m (1,755 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Managua) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
What changes when you arrive in Tuxtla
Crossing from Nicaragua into Mexico: money changes from the Cordoba to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Managua to Tuxtla
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Staying in Tuxtla
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Common questions
How far is Tuxtla from Managua?
900 km (559 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Managua; by road roughly 1,098 km (682 mi).
How long does it take to get from Managua to Tuxtla by bus?
About 16 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Managua and Tuxtla?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Tuxtla?
The Peso (MXN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.