What is the cheapest way to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán?

The cheapest way to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán?

The fastest way to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán?

The distance between Esquipulas and Lago de Atitlán is 288 km. The road distance is 289.9 km.

How do I travel from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán without a car?

The best way to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán without a car is to bus via Antigua Guatemala which takes 8h 16m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán bus from?

Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán bus services, operated by Transportes Congolón, depart from Esquipulas station.

Where does the Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán bus arrive?

Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán bus services, operated by Transportes Congolón, arrive at Guatemala station.

Can I drive from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán?

Yes, the driving distance between Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán is 290 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán.

Where can I stay near Lago de Atitlán?

There are 425+ hotels available in Lago de Atitlán.

Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Esquipulas and Lago de Atitlán?

No, there is no direct bus from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán. However, there are services departing from Esquipulas and arriving at Panajachel / Lake Atitlan, Guatemala via Guatemala, Plaza Barrios, Terminal Chicken Bus to Antigua and Antigua Guatemala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Esquipulas to Lago de Atitlán by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via Antigua Guatemala
best
1. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Guatemalabus Guatemala
2. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Panajachel / Lake Atitlan, Guatemalabus AntPana
8h 16m
$38–57
Drive 289.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Esquipulas to Panajachelcar 289.9 km
5h 18m
$35–51
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from San Ignacio to San Salvadorbus
2. Take the bus from San Salvador to San Salvador Airportbus
3. Fly from Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)plane SAL - GUA
4. Take a shuttle bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Panajachelshuttle
8h 5m
$210–750
Bus
1. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Guatemalabus Guatemala
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to San Pedro la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemalabus GuaSnPdLg / ...
9h 47m
$57–76
Bus via San Agustín Acasaguastlán
1. Take the bus from Esquipulas to El Ranchobus
2. Take the bus from El Rancho to Litegua Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala City to San Pedro la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemalabus
12h 6m
$60–74

Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) flights

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Distance: 288.4 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Esquipulas, Chiquimula, Guatemala and Lago de Atitlán, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from Esquipulas to Panajachel / Lake Atitlan, Guatemala via Guatemala, Litegua Bus Station, Plaza Barrios, Don Bosco, Terminal Chicken Bus to Antigua, Antigua Guatemala, and Antigua Guatemala in around 8h 16m.

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