San Juan
del Sur
to
San Jorge (Ometepe)
Daily Shuttle Bus
Getting from San Juan del Sur to Ometepe is easy with Nica Shuttle. Our daily shuttle leaves San Juan del Sur and takes you directly to the San Jorge ferry terminal in about 45 minutes, where you can take the ferry to Moyogalpa on Ometepe Island. Tickets start at $15.
Running daily, fast, comfortable, and cashless transport between San Juan del Sur and San Jorge (Ometepe).
Book your seat online in seconds — no hassle, guaranteed spot.
Our Schedule:
Running daily between San Juan del Sur and San Jorge (Ometepe)!
To Ometepe: Take the connecting 10:30 AM ferry from San Jorge to Moyogalpa.
To San Juan del Sur: Take the 9:30 AM ferry from Moyogalpa to San Jorge to connect with the 11:00 AM Shuttle to San Juan del Sur.
San Juan del Sur -> San Jorge (Ometepe Ferry)
San Jorge (Ometepe Ferry) -> San Juan del Sur
After purchasing your ticket no further action is needed. Please come to your pick-up location 5min before departure and show your ticket to the driver. Happy traveling!
Travel in Comfort
Our spacious, comfortable van is perfect for transfers. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a smooth, reliable journey to your destination.
San Juan del Sur to San Jorge (Ometpe) Shuttle Bus Service
Traveling from San Juan del Sur to Ometepe? Nica Shuttle offers a daily shuttle from San Juan del Sur directly to San Jorge, the main ferry port for Ometepe Island.
Instead of taking multiple local buses through Rivas or paying for a private taxi, you can travel comfortably to the San Jorge ferry terminal and continue by ferry to Moyogalpa.
Our shuttle is timed to make your connection to Ometepe easy, making it a convenient option for backpackers, couples, families, and other travelers exploring southern Nicaragua.
Route:
Shuttle departure:
Arrival San Jorge:
Ferry:
Shuttle time:
Ferry time:
Runs:
San Juan del Sur→San Jorge→Ometepe
12:15pm
1:00pm
1:30 PM to Moyogalpa
~45min
~1 hour
Daily
How to Get from San Juan del Sur to Ometepe
Ometepe is an island, so there is no direct road from San Juan del Sur. The easiest route is:
San Juan del Sur → San Jorge Ferry Terminal → Moyogalpa, Ometepe
Nica Shuttle takes you directly from San Juan del Sur to San Jorge, where you can board the ferry across Lake Nicaragua to Moyogalpa.
This means you can avoid changing buses in Rivas and travel straight to the ferry terminal.
San Juan del Sur to San Jorge (Ometepe) Shuttle
Our San Juan del Sur to San Jorge shuttle runs daily and provides a simple connection to the Ometepe ferry.
The journey takes you from San Juan del Sur directly to the San Jorge ferry terminal, with space for your luggage and surfboards.
Once you arrive in San Jorge, simply board the ferry to Moyogalpa and continue to destinations around Ometepe such as Balgüe, Santa Cruz, Santo Domingo, Mérida, El Pital, and El Zopilote.
Returning from Ometepe to San Juan del Sur
Traveling in the opposite direction is just as easy.
Take the ferry from Moyogalpa to San Jorge, then connect with the Nica Shuttle from San Jorge to San Juan del Sur.
Our schedule is designed around the ferry connection so you can continue your trip without needing to arrange separate transportation from the port.
A Simple Alternative to Public Transportation
It is possible to travel from San Juan del Sur to Ometepe using public transportation, but the trip normally requires several steps. With Nica Shuttle, you can travel directly from San Juan del Sur to the San Jorge ferry terminal with one booking.
Comfortable & Reliable Transportation
Our scheduled shuttle bus between San Juan del Sur and San Jorge (Ometepe) runs regularly and is operated by experienced local drivers.
We provide:
-Air-conditioned vehicles
-Space for surfboards and luggage
-Central pick-up points
-Punctual and safe transport
Enjoy a smooth ride through Nicaragua’s beautiful coastal landscapes while we take care of the logistics.
