What is the cheapest way to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park is to bus and Public Minibus which costs $73 and takes 16h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park?

The fastest way to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $140 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Panajachel and Tikal National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Panajachel to Tikal National Park. However, there are services departing from Chichicastenango and arriving at Tikal via Guatemala City and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Panajachel to Tikal National Park?

The distance between Panajachel and Tikal National Park is 640 km. The road distance is 520.4 km.

How do I travel from Panajachel to Tikal National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park without a car is to bus and Public Minibus via Chichicastenango which takes 9h 13m and costs $90 - $370.

How long does it take to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park?

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panajachel to Tikal National Park bus from?

Panajachel to Tikal National Park bus services, operated by Turansa, depart from Chichicastenango station.

Where does the Panajachel to Tikal National Park bus arrive?

Panajachel to Tikal National Park bus services, operated by Turansa, arrive at Guatemala City station.

Can I drive from Panajachel to Tikal National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Panajachel to Tikal National Park is 520 km. It takes approximately 12h 55m to drive from Panajachel to Tikal National Park.

Where can I stay near Tikal National Park?

There are 29+ hotels available in Tikal National Park.

Panajachel to Tikal National Park - 6 ways to travel via bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Panajachel to Tikal National Park by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus, Public Minibus via Chichicastenango
best
1. Take the bus from Chichicastenango to Guatemala Citybus
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elenabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus
9h 13m
$93–362
Drive 520.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Panajachel to Tikal National Parkcar 520.4 km
12h 55m
$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
6h 56m
$149–386
Shuttle, Public Minibus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Panajachel to Santa Elenashuttle Panajachel
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus Tikal
15h 19m
$97
Bus, Public Minibus
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
9h 54m
$85–113
Bus, Public Minibus #2
1. Take the bus from Panajachel to Floresbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikalbus Tikal
16h 46m
$72

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

55Weekly Planes

56 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 640.2 km
Duration: 9h 13m

What companies run services between Panajachel, Sololá, Guatemala and Tikal National Park, Guatemala?

You can take a shuttle from Panajachel to Tikal via Chichicastenango, Chichicastenango, Guatemala City, Flores - Santa Elena, Santa Elena, and Tikal in around 9h 13m.

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