Day trip from Managua to Masaya
Masaya lies 24 km (15 mi) south-east of Managua, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 24 km (15 mi) apart, Masaya is a realistic day trip from Managua: about 24 min each way by road.
| Managua | Masaya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nicaragua | Nicaragua |
| Population | 973,087 | 130,113 |
| Elevation | 108 m (354 ft) | 242 m (794 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Managua) | UTC-6 (America/Managua) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Masaya
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Staying in Masaya
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Common questions
How far is Masaya from Managua?
24 km (15 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Managua; by road roughly 30 km (19 mi).
How long does it take to get from Managua to Masaya by road?
About 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Managua and Masaya?
No, both are on America/Managua at the moment.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.