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

The cheapest way to get from Chiapas to Tikal is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiapas to Tikal is to shuttle and fly which takes 9h 26m and costs $220 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Chiapas and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiapas to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Tuxtla Gutiérrez and arriving at Tikal via Tapachula, Retalhuleu - IRTRA, Guatemala City and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 16m.

How far is it from Chiapas to Tikal?

The distance between Chiapas and Tikal is 625 km. The road distance is 600 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiapas to Tikal without a car is to bus and Public Minibus via Retalhuleu which takes 19h 16m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 9h 26m to get from Chiapas to Tikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiapas to Tikal bus from?

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

Where does the Chiapas to Tikal bus arrive?

Chiapas to Tikal bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Tapachula station.

Can I drive from Chiapas to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiapas to Tikal is 600 km. It takes approximately 10h 31m to drive from Chiapas to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are 30+ hotels available in Tikal.

Chiapas to Tikal - 6 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and Public Minibus

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There are 6 ways to get from Chiapas to Tikal 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
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flores Airport to Parque Nacional Tikalshuttle
9h 26m
$222–306
Drive 600 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tikalcar 600 km
10h 31m
$73–105
Bus, Public Minibus via Retalhuleu
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tapachulabus
2. Take the bus from Tapachula to Retalhuleu - Cafetos San Sebastianbus
3. Take the bus from Retalhuleu - IRTRA to Litegua Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
5. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
19h 16m
$116–156
Bus, Public Minibus
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tapachulabus
2. Take the bus from Tapachula to Coatepequebus
3. Take the bus from Coatepeque to Guatemala Citybus
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
5. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
20h 34m
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
3. Take a shuttle bus from Palenque to Floresshuttle
4. Take a shuttle bus from Flores to Tikalshuttle
22h 54m
$113–194
Bus, Public Minibus #2
1. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tapachulabus
2. Take the bus from Tapachula to Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1bus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores, Peten, Guatemalabus
4. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
28h 54m
$122–154

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

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Distance: 625.3 km
Duration: 9h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to Tikal via Tapachula, Retalhuleu - Cafetos San Sebastian, Retalhuleu - IRTRA, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala City, Flores - Santa Elena, Santa Elena, and Tikal in around 19h 16m.

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