What is the cheapest way to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas?

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas is to Public Minibus and bus which costs $43 - $48 and takes 16h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas?

The fastest way to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas is to shuttle and fly which takes 8h 38m and costs $140 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and Copán Ruinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal to Copán Ruinas. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at El Florido via Flores - Santa Elena and Litegua Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Tikal to Copán Ruinas?

The distance between Tikal and Copán Ruinas is 718 km. The road distance is 381 km.

How do I travel from Tikal to Copán Ruinas without a car?

The best way to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas without a car is to Public Minibus and bus which takes 16h 20m and costs $43 - $48.

How long does it take to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas?

It takes approximately 10h 26m to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to Copán Ruinas bus from?

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

Where does the Tikal to Copán Ruinas bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to Copán Ruinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal to Copán Ruinas is 381 km. It takes approximately 10h 29m to drive from Tikal to Copán Ruinas.

Where can I stay near Copán Ruinas?

There are 56+ hotels available in Copán Ruinas.

Tikal to Copán Ruinas - 6 ways to travel via Public Minibus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tikal to Copán Ruinas by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Public Minibus, bus via Guatemala City
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 Litegua Bus Station to El Floridobus
10h 26m
$59–75
Public Minibus, bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Rio Dulcebus
3. Take the bus from Río Dulce to Los Amatesbus
4. Drive from Los Amates to Copán Ruinascar
10h 59m
$38–69
Drive 381 km
1. Drive from Tikal to Copán Ruinascar 381 km
10h 29m
$53–76
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 Copán Ruinsshuttle
8h 38m
$146–456
Public Minibus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Flores - Santa Elena to Esquipulasbus
3. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Santa Rosa de Copánbus
4. Take the bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Copán Ruinasbus
16h 20m
$44–48
Public Minibus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Esquipulasbus
3. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Santa Rosa de Copánbus
4. Take the bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Copán Ruinasbus
17h 19m
$42–59

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

55Weekly Planes

54 minAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 717.5 km
Duration: 10h 26m

What companies run services between Tikal, Guatemala and Copán Ruinas, Honduras?

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Copán Ruinas via Tikal, Santa Elena, Flores - Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Litegua Bus Station, and El Florido in around 10h 26m.

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