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

The cheapest way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $8 - $13.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu. However, there are services departing from San Juan la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemala and arriving at Retalhuleu via Los Arcos and Guatemala City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu?

The distance between Lago de Atitlán and Retalhuleu is 289 km. The road distance is 79.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $55 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 10h to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu, including transfers.

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

Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu bus services, operated by GuateGo, depart from San Juan la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemala station.

Where does the Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu bus arrive?

Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu bus services, operated by GuateGo, arrive at Guatemala City station.

Can I drive from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu?

Yes, the driving distance between Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu.

Where can I stay near Retalhuleu?

There are 55+ hotels available in Retalhuleu.

Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu by bus, car, taxi, or shuttle

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best
1. Take the bus from San Juan la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemala to Guatemala Citybus GuaSnJnLg / ...
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Retalhuleubus Guatemala
10h
$58–65
Drive 79.1 km
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1. Drive from San Juan La Laguna to Retalhuleucar 79.1 km
1h 36m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Juan La Laguna to Retalhuleutaxi 79.1 km
1h 36m
$55–70
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from San Pedro La Laguna to Quetzaltenangoshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Border Tecún Umánshuttle
3. Take the bus from Tecun Uman to Retalhuleubus
9h 32m

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Map of how to get from Lago de Atitlán to Retalhuleu.

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Distance: 289.2 km
Duration: 10h

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

You can take a bus from San Juan la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemala to Retalhuleu via Guatemala City, Los Arcos, Tipografía, and Guatemala City in around 10h.

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