What is the cheapest way to get from Tikal to El Salvador?

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to El Salvador is to Public Minibus and bus via Guatemala City which costs $50 - $70 and takes 18h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tikal to El Salvador?

The fastest way to get from Tikal to El Salvador is to shuttle and fly which takes 8h 17m and costs $260 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and El Salvador?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal to El Salvador. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at Terminal Tica Bus San Salvador via Flores - Santa Elena and Terminal Tica Bus Ciudad de Guatemala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 2m.

How far is it from Tikal to El Salvador?

The distance between Tikal and El Salvador is 708 km. The road distance is 578.5 km.

How do I travel from Tikal to El Salvador without a car?

The best way to get from Tikal to El Salvador without a car is to Public Minibus and bus which takes 13h 2m and costs $70 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Tikal to El Salvador?

It takes approximately 13h 2m to get from Tikal to El Salvador, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to El Salvador bus from?

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

Where does the Tikal to El Salvador bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to El Salvador?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal to El Salvador is 579 km. It takes approximately 12h 37m to drive from Tikal to El Salvador.

Where can I stay near El Salvador?

There are 427+ hotels available in El Salvador.

Tikal to El Salvador - 6 ways to travel via Public Minibus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tikal to El Salvador by bus, car, shuttle, or plane

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Public Minibus, bus
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 Terminal Tica Bus Ciudad de Guatemala to Terminal Tica Bus San Salvadorbus
13h 2m
$71–79
Public Minibus, bus via Guatemala City
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 Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1 to Terminal San Carlos - Ticabusbus
18h 33m
$53–70
Drive 578.5 km
1. Drive from Tikal to San Salvadorcar 578.5 km
12h 37m
$70–101
Shuttle, fly to Cuscatlán International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Parque Nacional Tikal to Flores Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL)plane FRS - SAL
8h 17m
$260–480
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tikal to Belize Cityshuttle
2. Take the bus from Belize City to San Salvadorbus Belize
20h 1m
Shuttle, fly to La Aurora International Airport, bus
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 bus from Guatemala Estación Zona 10 to Frontera Valle Nuevobus
9h 19m
$122–214

Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) to Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) flights

38Weekly Planes

4h 13mAverage Duration

$208Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tikal to El Salvador.

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Distance: 707.9 km
Duration: 13h 2m

What companies run services between Tikal, Guatemala and El Salvador?

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Terminal Tica Bus San Salvador via Tikal, Santa Elena, Flores - Santa Elena, and Terminal Tica Bus Ciudad de Guatemala in around 13h 2m.

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