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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Tikal National Park to Panajachel is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $130 - $390.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal National Park to Panajachel. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at Chichicastenango via Flores - Santa Elena and Guatemala City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Tikal National Park to Panajachel?

The distance between Tikal National Park and Panajachel is 635 km. The road distance is 520.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tikal National Park to Panajachel without a car is to Public Minibus and bus via Chichicastenango which takes 8h 43m and costs $90 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Tikal National Park to Panajachel, including transfers.

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

Tikal National Park to Panajachel bus services, operated by Guatemala Local Buses, depart from Tikal station.

Where does the Tikal National Park to Panajachel bus arrive?

Tikal National Park to Panajachel bus services, operated by Guatemala Local Buses, arrive at Santa Elena station.

Can I drive from Tikal National Park to Panajachel?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal National Park to Panajachel is 521 km. It takes approximately 12h 54m to drive from Tikal National Park to Panajachel.

Where can I stay near Panajachel?

There are 423+ hotels available in Panajachel.

Tikal National Park to Panajachel - 6 ways to travel via Public Minibus

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

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Public Minibus, bus via Chichicastenango
best
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Chichicastenangobus
8h 43m
$92–362
Drive 520.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tikal National Park to Panajachelcar 520.6 km
12h 54m
$63–91
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Parque Nacional Tikal to Flores Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)plane FRS - GUA
3. Take a shuttle bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Panajachelshuttle
6h 54m
$134–386
Public Minibus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus Tikal
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Elena to Panajachelshuttle Panajachel
15h 20m
$97
Public Minibus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Autobuses to Panajachelbus
9h 55m
$85–113
Public Minibus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus Tikal
2. Take the bus from Flores to Panajachelbus
16h 46m
$73

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

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Distance: 635 km
Duration: 8h 43m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Panajachel via Tikal, Santa Elena, Flores - Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Chichicastenango, and Chichicastenango in around 8h 43m.

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