Travel Guide to San Vicente

Getting There

• Car

  To reach San Vicente by car from San Salvador, take the Carretera Panamericana (CA-1) heading east. Follow CA-1 for about 50 kilometers until you reach the junction for San Vicente. Take the exit onto the CA-5 towards San Vicente. Continue on CA-5 for approximately 10 kilometers, and you will arrive in the town of San Vicente. Parking is available near the central plaza.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From San Salvador, head to the Terminal de Occidente bus station. Look for buses that are heading to San Vicente; they are usually marked and leave frequently. The bus ride takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Once you arrive at the San Vicente bus terminal, you can walk to the town center, which is about a 10-minute walk. Be sure to have small change for the bus fare, which usually costs around $1.50.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  For a more direct approach, you can take a taxi or use a rideshare service from San Salvador to San Vicente. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions. Make sure to agree on a fare before starting the trip; it typically costs around $30 to $40. This option is more comfortable but also more expensive than public transportation.

• Local Transport - Within San Vicente

  Once in San Vicente, you can explore the area by walking or using local buses ('microbuses') that travel to nearby attractions. For specific sites such as the San Vicente Volcano, check with locals or your accommodation for the best routes and any small fees for transportation.