What is the cheapest way to get from Tikal to Acatenango?

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to Acatenango is to Public Minibus and bus via San Benito which costs $45 - $65 and takes 13h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tikal to Acatenango?

The fastest way to get from Tikal to Acatenango is to shuttle and fly and taxi which takes 5h 21m and costs $160 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and Acatenango?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal to Acatenango. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at Patzicía via Santa Elena, Plaza Barrios and Guatemala El Trebol Zona 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Tikal to Acatenango?

The distance between Tikal and Acatenango is 545 km. The road distance is 526.5 km.

How do I travel from Tikal to Acatenango without a car?

The best way to get from Tikal to Acatenango without a car is to Public Minibus and bus and taxi which takes 7h 25m and costs $100 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Tikal to Acatenango?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Tikal to Acatenango, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to Acatenango bus from?

Tikal to Acatenango bus services, operated by Guatemala Local Buses, depart from Tikal station.

Where does the Tikal to Acatenango bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to Acatenango?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal to Acatenango is 526 km. It takes approximately 13h 12m to drive from Tikal to Acatenango.

Where can I stay near Acatenango?

There are 403+ hotels available in Acatenango.

Tikal to Acatenango - 5 ways to travel via Public Minibus, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tikal to Acatenango by bus, taxi, car, shuttle, or plane

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Public Minibus, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus
3. Take the taxi from Guatemala City to Acatenangotaxi
7h 25m
$102–112
Public Minibus, bus via San Benito
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Guatemala Citybus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala El Trebol Zona 7 to Patzicíabus
13h 23m
$49–62
Drive 526.5 km
1. Drive from Tikal to Acatenangocar 526.5 km
13h 12m
$64–92
Shuttle, fly, taxi
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 the taxi from Guatemala-City-Airport-GUA to Acatenangotaxi
5h 21m
$160–255
Public Minibus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1bus
3. Take the bus from Guatemala El Trebol Zona 7 to Patzicíabus
15h 22m
$53–77

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

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54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 544.5 km
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Tikal, Guatemala and Acatenango, Guatemala?

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Acatenango via Tikal, Santa Elena, Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Plaza Barrios, Guatemala El Trebol Zona 7, and Patzicía in around 13h 23m.

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