What is the cheapest way to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango?

The cheapest way to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango is to bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 14h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango?

The fastest way to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 57m and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Petén and Quetzaltenango?

No, there is no direct bus from Petén to Quetzaltenango. However, there are services departing from Flores - Santa Elena and arriving at Quetzaltenango/Xela via Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala and Transportes Fuente del Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Petén to Quetzaltenango?

The distance between Petén and Quetzaltenango is 452 km. The road distance is 479.8 km.

How do I travel from Petén to Quetzaltenango without a car?

The best way to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango without a car is to bus via Guatemala City which takes 7h 13m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petén to Quetzaltenango bus from?

Petén to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Guatemala Transportation, depart from Flores - Santa Elena station.

Where does the Petén to Quetzaltenango bus arrive?

Petén to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Guatemala Transportation, arrive at Guatemala City station.

Can I drive from Petén to Quetzaltenango?

Yes, the driving distance between Petén to Quetzaltenango is 480 km. It takes approximately 10h 48m to drive from Petén to Quetzaltenango.

Where can I stay near Quetzaltenango?

There are 98+ hotels available in Quetzaltenango.

Petén to Quetzaltenango - 6 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Petén to Quetzaltenango by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

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Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)plane FRS - GUA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Quetzaltenango Xelashuttle
3h 57m
$149–207
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus Petén
2. Take the bus from Transportes Fuente del Norte to Quetzaltenangobus Gtm
14h 4m
$41–56
Bus via Guatemala City
1. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus Guatemala
2. Take the bus from Transportes Fuente del Norte to Quetzaltenango/Xelabus Guatemala
7h 13m
$74–110
Drive 479.8 km
1. Drive from San Benito to Quetzaltenangocar 479.8 km
10h 48m
$58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus Guatemala
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango/Xelabus Guatemala
8h 4m
$72–73
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Flores to Panajachelbus Panajachel
2. Take the bus from Panajachel / Lake Atitlan, Guatemala to Xela, Quetzaltenangobus PanaXela
18h 1m
$103–114

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

54Weekly Planes

54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 451.9 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Petén, Guatemala and Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

You can take a vehicle from San Benito to Quetzaltenango/Xela via Flores - Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Litegua Bus Station, and Transportes Fuente del Norte in around 7h 13m.

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