What is the cheapest way to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán?

The cheapest way to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán is to bus which costs $85 - $110 and takes 20h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán?

The fastest way to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán is to fly and shuttle which takes 7h 25m and costs $130 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Mexico City and Lake Atitlán?

No, there is no direct bus from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán. However, there are services departing from México City and arriving at Panajachel via Tuxtla Gutiérrez and San Cristóbal de las Casas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 29m.

How far is it from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán?

The distance between Mexico City and Lake Atitlán is 1099 km. The road distance is 1244.7 km.

How do I travel from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán without a car?

The best way to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán without a car is to bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez which takes 18h 29m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán?

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mexico City to Lake Atitlán bus from?

Mexico City to Lake Atitlán bus services, operated by Autobuses Titanium, depart from México City station.

Where does the Mexico City to Lake Atitlán bus arrive?

Mexico City to Lake Atitlán bus services, operated by Autobuses Titanium, arrive at Tuxtla Gutiérrez station.

Can I drive from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán?

Yes, the driving distance between Mexico City to Lake Atitlán is 1245 km. It takes approximately 16h 34m to drive from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán.

Where can I stay near Lake Atitlán?

There are 422+ hotels available in Lake Atitlán.

Mexico City to Lake Atitlán - 7 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Mexico City to Lake Atitlán by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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Fly to Tapachula International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)plane MEX - TAP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Tapachula to Panajachelshuttle
9h 17m
$426–644
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from México City to Comitánbus
2. Take the bus from Comitán to Panajachelbus
20h 49m
$88–107
Bus via Tuxtla Gutiérrez
1. Take the bus from México City to Tuxtla Gutiérrezbus
2. Take the bus from Tuxtla Gutiérrez to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
3. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Panajachelbus
18h 29m
$94–147
Drive 1,244.7 km
1. Drive from Mexico City to Lake Atitláncar 1,244.7 km
16h 34m
$151–217
Fly to La Aurora International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)plane MEX - GUA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Panajachelshuttle
7h 25m
$134–483
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Panajachelbus
21h 9m
$139–210
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Terminal Central de Autobuses del Norte to Comitánbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Comitán to Panajachelshuttle Panajachel
26h 24m
$173–222

Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) flights

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,099.4 km
Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Mexico City, Mexico and Lake Atitlán, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from México City to Lake Atitlán via Tuxtla Gutiérrez, San Cristóbal de las Casas, San Cristóbal de las Casas, and Panajachel in around 18h 29m.

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