{"id":301,"date":"2019-05-13T14:13:57","date_gmt":"2019-05-13T14:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?p=169365"},"modified":"2019-05-13T14:13:57","modified_gmt":"2019-05-13T14:13:57","slug":"how-to-get-around-central-america-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourfunjourney.com\/index.php\/2019\/05\/13\/how-to-get-around-central-america-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Around Central America on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nPosted:<\/strong> 5\/13\/2019 | May 13th, 2019<\/p>\n

Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America<\/a> is a magical region that is perfect for backpacking. The area is full of rainforests, unexplored Mayan ruins, gorgeous beaches, incredible reefs, cheap prices, delicious food, and warm welcoming people.<\/p>\n

Though it is not expensive, it is often confusing to arrange your own transportation throughout the region. <\/p>\n

So, in this post, I\u2019ll provide some helpful hints on getting around Central America. Here\u2019s how you can travel around Central America cheaply \u2013 no matter how long you\u2019ll be there.<\/p>\n

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Table of Contents<\/p>\n

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  1. Getting Around By Bus<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Getting Around By Flying<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Getting Around By Car<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Getting Around By Backpacker Bus<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Getting Around By Boat<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Getting Around By Train<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. How Long Does it Take to Get Around Central America?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    Getting Around Cheap By Bus<\/a><\/h3>\n

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    \nBuses are the main form of transportation you\u2019ll use to get around Central America. In fact, it\u2019s about the only way to get around Central America as there are no train lines and regional flights are expensive. You’re going to take buses most of your trip. <\/p>\n

    There are several different kinds of buses in the region. <\/p>\n

    The most comfortable are the international buses that run between the larger cities and tend to have their own bus terminals. They have set, reliable schedules and are best for long distances. They make traveling easy and even take care of the hassles at border crossings. The companies you use might vary by country, but a few of the larger services include:<\/p>\n