What is the cheapest way to get from Chiapas to Petén?

The cheapest way to get from Chiapas to Petén is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiapas to Petén?

The fastest way to get from Chiapas to Petén is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 34m and costs $110 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Chiapas and Petén?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiapas to Petén. However, there are services departing from Tuxtla Gutiérrez and arriving at Flores - Santa Elena via San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chichicastenango and Guatemala City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

How far is it from Chiapas to Petén?

The distance between Chiapas and Petén is 574 km. The road distance is 538.4 km.

How do I travel from Chiapas to Petén without a car?

The best way to get from Chiapas to Petén without a car is to bus via Chichicastenango which takes 13h 43m and costs $140 - $440.

How long does it take to get from Chiapas to Petén?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Chiapas to Petén, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiapas to Petén bus from?

Chiapas to Petén bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Tuxtla Gutiérrez station.

Where does the Chiapas to Petén bus arrive?

Chiapas to Petén bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at San Cristóbal de las Casas station.

Can I drive from Chiapas to Petén?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiapas to Petén is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h 37m to drive from Chiapas to Petén.

Where can I stay near Petén?

There are 144+ hotels available in Petén.

Chiapas to Petén - 6 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chiapas to Petén by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tapachula to Antigua Guatemalashuttle
2. Fly from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS)plane GUA - FRS
6h 34m
$119–227
Drive 538.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Benitocar 538.4 km
8h 37m
$65–94
Bus via Chichicastenango
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Panajachelbus
3. Take the bus from Chichicastenango to Guatemala Citybus
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
13h 43m
$141–438
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Quetzaltenangobus
3. Take the bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Guatemala Citybus
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
15h 32m
$123–150
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Palenquebus 4
3. Take a shuttle bus from Palenque to Floresshuttle
20h 4m
$106–183
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Panajachelbus
3. Take the bus from Panajachel to Floresbus
21h 31m
$122–148

La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) flights

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56 minAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 574.5 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Chiapas, Mexico and Petén, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Benito via San Cristóbal de las Casas, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Panajachel, Panajachel, Chichicastenango, Chichicastenango, Guatemala City, and Flores - Santa Elena in around 13h 43m.

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