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

The cheapest way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 12h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Lago de Atitlán and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Panajachel and arriving at Tikal via Bolivar, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Guatemala City and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal?

The distance between Lago de Atitlán and Tikal is 606 km. The road distance is 520.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal without a car is to bus and Public Minibus which takes 10h 13m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal, including transfers.

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

Lago de Atitlán to Tikal bus services, operated by Eterna Primavera, depart from Panajachel station.

Where does the Lago de Atitlán to Tikal bus arrive?

Lago de Atitlán to Tikal bus services, operated by Eterna Primavera, arrive at Terminal de Autobuses station.

Can I drive from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Lago de Atitlán to Tikal is 521 km. It takes approximately 12h 57m to drive from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are 29+ hotels available in Tikal.

Lago de Atitlán to Tikal - 6 ways to travel via bus, Public Minibus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lago de Atitlán to Tikal by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus, Public Minibus
best
1. Take the bus from Panajachel to Terminal de Autobusesbus
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
10h 13m
$85–113
Drive 520.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Panajachel to Tikalcar 520.9 km
12h 57m
$63–91
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Panajachel to Terminal de Autobusesshuttle
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
7h 7m
$134–386
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Panajachel to Cobánbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Cobán to Tikalshuttle Laquín
10h 18m
$124
Bus, Public Minibus via Monterrico
1. Take the bus from Panajachel to Antigua Guatemalabus
2. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Monterricobus
3. Take the bus from Monterrico to Guatemala Citybus
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
5. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
12h 1m
$94–269
Bus, Public Minibus #2
1. Take the bus from Santa Cruz la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemala to Antigua Guatemalabus
2. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Flores, Peten, Guatemalabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
19h 3m
$102

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

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Distance: 605.6 km
Duration: 10h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Panajachel to Tikal via Terminal de Autobuses, Bolivar, Plaza Barrios, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala City, Flores - Santa Elena, Santa Elena, and Tikal in around 10h 13m.

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