What is the cheapest way to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán?

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 12h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán?

The fastest way to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 5m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and Lago de Atitlán?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at Panajachel via Flores - Santa Elena, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Plaza Barrios and Terminal de Autobuses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

How far is it from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán?

The distance between Tikal and Lago de Atitlán is 607 km. The road distance is 521 km.

How do I travel from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán without a car?

The best way to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán without a car is to Public Minibus and bus which takes 10h 14m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán?

It takes approximately 10h 14m to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to Lago de Atitlán bus from?

Tikal to Lago de Atitlán bus services, operated by Guatemala Local Buses, depart from Tikal station.

Where does the Tikal to Lago de Atitlán bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal to Lago de Atitlán is 521 km. It takes approximately 12h 56m to drive from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán.

Where can I stay near Lago de Atitlán?

There are 428+ hotels available in Lago de Atitlán.

Tikal to Lago de Atitlán - 6 ways to travel via Public Minibus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tikal to Lago de Atitlán 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 de Autobuses to Panajachelbus
10h 14m
$85–113
Drive 521 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tikal to Panajachelcar 521 km
12h 56m
$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
7h 5m
$134–386
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tikal to Cobánshuttle Laquín
2. Take the bus from Cobán to Panajachelbus
10h 18m
$125
Public Minibus, bus via Monterrico
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 Monterricobus
4. Take the bus from Monterrico to Antigua Guatemalabus
5. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Panajachelbus
12h 1m
$94–269
Public Minibus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take the bus from Flores, Peten, Guatemala to Antigua Guatemalabus
3. Take the bus from Antigua Guatemala to Santa Cruz la Laguna, Atitlan, Guatemalabus
17h 33m
$102

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

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Distance: 607.2 km
Duration: 10h 14m

What companies run services between Tikal, Guatemala and Lago de Atitlán, Guatemala?

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Panajachel via Tikal, Santa Elena, Flores - Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Litegua Bus Station, Plaza Barrios, Bolivar, and Terminal de Autobuses in around 10h 14m.

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