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

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to Panajachel is to Public Minibus and bus which costs $73 and takes 17h 4m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and Panajachel?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal 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 9h 2m.

How far is it from Tikal to Panajachel?

The distance between Tikal and Panajachel is 637 km. The road distance is 521 km.

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

The best way to get from Tikal to Panajachel without a car is to Public Minibus and bus via Chichicastenango which takes 9h 2m and costs $90 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Tikal to Panajachel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to Panajachel bus from?

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

Where does the Tikal to Panajachel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to Panajachel?

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

Where can I stay near Panajachel?

There are 434+ hotels available in Panajachel.

Tikal to Panajachel - 6 ways to travel via Public Minibus, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tikal 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
9h 2m
$92–362
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
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 38m
$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
10h 14m
$85–113
Public Minibus, bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus Tikal
2. Take the bus from Flores to Panajachelbus
17h 4m
$73

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

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54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 636.6 km
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Tikal, 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 9h 2m.

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