What is the cheapest way to get from Palenque to Escárcega?

The cheapest way to get from Palenque to Escárcega is to drive which costs $370 - $550 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palenque to Escárcega?

The fastest way to get from Palenque to Escárcega is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $390 - $1700.

Is there a direct bus between Palenque and Escárcega?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palenque and arriving at Escárcega. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Palenque and Escárcega?

No, there is no direct train from Palenque to Escárcega. However, there are services departing from Estación Tren Maya Palenque and arriving at Estación Tren Maya Escárcega via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Palenque to Escárcega?

The distance between Palenque and Escárcega is 213 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

How do I travel from Palenque to Escárcega without a car?

The best way to get from Palenque to Escárcega without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $390 - $1700.

How long does it take to get from Palenque to Escárcega?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Palenque to Escárcega, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Escárcega bus from?

Palenque to Escárcega bus services, operated by ADO, depart from Palenque station.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Escárcega train from?

Palenque to Escárcega train services, operated by Tren Maya, depart from Estación Tren Maya Palenque station.

Train or bus from Palenque to Escárcega?

The best way to get from Palenque to Escárcega is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $390 - $1700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $500 - $750 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Palenque to Escárcega bus arrive?

Palenque to Escárcega bus services, operated by ADO, arrive at Escárcega station.

Where does the Palenque to Escárcega train arrive?

Palenque to Escárcega train services, operated by Tren Maya, arrive at Estación Tren Maya Escárcega station.

Can I drive from Palenque to Escárcega?

Yes, the driving distance between Palenque to Escárcega is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Palenque to Escárcega.

Where can I stay near Escárcega?

There are nine+ hotels available in Escárcega.

Palenque to Escárcega - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Palenque to Escárcega by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Estación Tren Maya Palenque to Estación Tren Maya Escárcegatrain Palenque
2h 35m
$399–1,606
Drive 212.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Palenque to Escárcegacar 212.8 km
2h 37m
$380–548
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palenque to Escárcegabus
3h 27m
$500–750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palenque to Escárcegataxi 212.8 km
2h 37m
$2,300–2,800

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Distance: 213.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico and Escárcega, Campeche, Mexico?

Tren Maya operates a train from Estación Tren Maya Palenque to Estación Tren Maya Escárcega once daily. Tickets cost $310–1,500 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, ADO operates a bus from Palenque to Escárcega 3 times a day. Tickets cost $500–750 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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