What is the cheapest way to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey?

The cheapest way to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey?

The fastest way to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey is to drive which takes 7h 27m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Palenque and Semuc Champey?

No, there is no direct bus from Palenque to Semuc Champey. However, there are services departing from Palenque and arriving at Lanquín via San Cristóbal de las Casas, Huehuetenango and Cobán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 24m.

How far is it from Palenque to Semuc Champey?

The distance between Palenque and Semuc Champey is 703 km. The road distance is 454.7 km.

How do I travel from Palenque to Semuc Champey without a car?

The best way to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey without a car is to bus and Minibus which takes 16h 24m and costs $390 - $2,200.

How long does it take to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey?

It takes approximately 16h 24m to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Semuc Champey bus from?

Palenque to Semuc Champey bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), depart from Palenque station.

Where does the Palenque to Semuc Champey bus arrive?

Palenque to Semuc Champey bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), arrive at San Cristobal de las Casas station.

Can I drive from Palenque to Semuc Champey?

Yes, the driving distance between Palenque to Semuc Champey is 455 km. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Palenque to Semuc Champey.

Where can I stay near Semuc Champey?

There are 21+ hotels available in Semuc Champey.

Palenque to Semuc Champey - 4 ways to travel via bus, Minibus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus, Minibus
best
1. Take the bus from Palenque to San Cristobal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Huehuetenangobus
3. Take the bus from Huehuetenango to Cobánbus
4. Take the bus from Cobán to Lanquínbus
16h 24m
$396–2,193
Drive 454.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Palenque to Semuc Champeycar 454.7 km
7h 27m
$55–80
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Palenque to Floresshuttle Flores
2. Take a shuttle bus from Flores to Lanquinshuttle Flores
17h
$80–110
Bus, Minibus via Palenque
1. Take the bus from Palenque to San Cristóbal de las Casasbus
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Huehuetenangobus
3. Take the bus from Huehuetenango to Cobánbus
4. Take the bus from Cobán to Lanquínbus
20h 23m
$88–127

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Map of how to get from Palenque to Semuc Champey.

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Distance: 702.5 km
Duration: 16h 24m

What companies run services between Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico and Semuc Champey, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from Palenque to Semuc Champey via San Cristobal de las Casas, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Huehuetenango, Cobán, and Lanquín in around 16h 24m.

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