Bus from Granada to Masaya
Local microbuses · ~30 minutes · C$20-40 / US$1-1.50 · Every 10-15 min
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The Granada → Masaya route is a short ~30-minute hop to the active Volcán Masaya + Nicaragua's famous crafts market — the most popular day trip from Granada.
Spring Bus connects you to operators on this route — local microbuses ($1-1.50 USD, every 10-15 min from Granada central market).
Route details: Granada to Masaya
Travel time
30 min
Distance
20 km
Typical fare
$1 – $3 USD per person
Frequency
Microbuses every 10-15 min
First departure
Approx. 5:30 AM
Last departure
Approx. 7:00 PM
Operators on this route
Local microbuses · Chicken buses
Pickup at Granada
Granada central market
Drop-off at Masaya
Masaya central bus terminal — walking to Mercado Viejo + taxi to Volcán Masaya NP
About the journey
The Granada → Masaya route is a very short hop to the active Volcán Masaya + Nicaragua's famous crafts market — ~30 minutes. Most popular day trip from Granada. Microbuses run every 10-15 minutes from Granada's central market.
Travel tips for Granada → Masaya
- Easiest day trip from Granada — ~30 min each way, can be combined with Pueblos Blancos villages.
- Volcán Masaya night tour from Granada is the most popular way to see live lava — pre-book through Granada hotel.
- Mercado Viejo de Artesanías for hammocks ($20-100 USD), leather, ceramics, primitivist paintings.
- Frequent microbuses every 10-15 minutes — no planning needed.
- Combine with Laguna de Apoyo crater lake (~20 min from Masaya) for half-day relaxation.
- Catarina viewpoint for panoramic views of Laguna de Apoyo + the volcanoes.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Granada to Masaya?
**About 30 minutes** on local microbus.
How much is the bus from Granada to Masaya?
**C$20-40 / US$1-1.50 per person**.
Can I do Masaya as a day trip from Granada?
**Yes — easiest Granada day trip.** ~30 min each way. Visit the Mercado Viejo crafts market + Volcán Masaya NP (separate taxi ~5 km from town) + Pueblos Blancos villages all in a day.
What time do microbuses leave Granada for Masaya?
**Every 10-15 minutes** during daytime — typically 5:30 AM to 7 PM from Granada central market.
Is the Volcán Masaya night tour worth it?
**Yes — one of Nicaragua's signature experiences.** $20-40 USD/person from Granada, when authorities permit night access. Direct view of live lava at the Santiago Crater. Schedule varies by current volcanic activity — check current status before booking.
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