Bus from San Miguel to La Unión
Ruta 320 public bus · ~1 hour · $1-3 USD · Frequent
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The San Miguel → La Unión route is the standard transit from the eastern commercial hub to the Pacific port — gateway to Volcán Conchagua sunrise hike + Gulf of Fonseca islands.
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Route details: San Miguel to La Unión
Travel time
1 h
Distance
40 km
Typical fare
$1 – $10 USD per person
Frequency
Frequent — every 20-30 min
First departure
Approx. 5:00 AM
Last departure
Approx. 6:00 PM
Operators on this route
Ruta 320 (public bus)
Pickup at San Miguel
San Miguel eastern terminal
Drop-off at La Unión
La Unión bus terminal — short walk to the port + Gulf-of-Fonseca pier
About the journey
The San Miguel → La Unión route is the standard eastern transit — ~1 hour east on Ruta 320 from San Miguel's eastern terminal to the Pacific port on the Gulf of Fonseca. Gateway to Volcán Conchagua sunrise hike + Gulf islands boat trips.
Travel tips for San Miguel → La Unión
- Ruta 320 every 20-30 minutes from San Miguel's eastern terminal — $1-3 USD, ~1 hour.
- Volcán Conchagua sunrise hike ~$25-40 USD guide — the area's signature experience.
- Gulf islands boat trips $30-60 USD/boat — Conchagüita + Meanguera islands.
- Onward to El Amatillo border / Honduras: from La Unión, taxi ~30 min to El Amatillo (~$10 USD); cross-border buses to Tegucigalpa.
- La Unión hotels are basic — many travelers day-trip from San Miguel.
- Hot + humid (30-33°C) — bring lightweight clothes.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from San Miguel to La Unión?
**About 1 hour** on Ruta 320 public bus.
How much is the bus from San Miguel to La Unión?
**$1-3 USD** on Ruta 320 public bus.
Can I day-trip La Unión from San Miguel?
**Yes — popular pattern.** Morning bus to La Unión + Volcán Conchagua hike (requires ~2 AM start for sunrise) + Gulf islands boat trip + back to San Miguel evening. The Conchagua hike specifically requires overnighting in La Unión or starting from San Miguel at ~midnight.
What time do buses run from San Miguel to La Unión?
**Frequent — every 20-30 minutes from ~5 AM to ~6 PM** on Ruta 320.
Can I cross to Honduras from La Unión?
**Yes — via the El Amatillo border** ~30 min by taxi (~$10 USD) from La Unión. **Cross-border buses to Tegucigalpa** depart from the El Amatillo border (Tica Bus + King Quality stop there).
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