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

The cheapest way to get from Tikal to Quetzaltenango is to Public Minibus and bus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 16h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tikal to Quetzaltenango is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 9m and costs $140 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Tikal and Quetzaltenango?

No, there is no direct bus from Tikal to Quetzaltenango. However, there are services departing from Tikal and arriving at Quetzaltenango/Xela via Flores - Santa Elena, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala and Transportes Fuente del Norte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Tikal to Quetzaltenango?

The distance between Tikal and Quetzaltenango is 675 km. The road distance is 544.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tikal to Quetzaltenango without a car is to Public Minibus and bus via Guatemala City which takes 10h 11m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 10h 11m to get from Tikal to Quetzaltenango, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tikal to Quetzaltenango bus from?

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

Where does the Tikal to Quetzaltenango bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tikal to Quetzaltenango?

Yes, the driving distance between Tikal to Quetzaltenango is 545 km. It takes approximately 12h 34m to drive from Tikal to Quetzaltenango.

Where can I stay near Quetzaltenango?

There are 106+ hotels available in Quetzaltenango.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Tikal to Quetzaltenango 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 Transportes Fuente del Norte to Quetzaltenango/Xelabus
10h 11m
$76–111
Public Minibus, bus #2
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 Transportes Fuente del Norte to Quetzaltenangobus Gtm
16h 57m
$43–57
Drive 544.9 km
1. Drive from Tikal to Quetzaltenangocar 544.9 km
12h 34m
$66–95
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 Quetzaltenango Xelashuttle
7h 9m
$149–234
Public Minibus, shuttle, bus
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elenabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Elena to Panajachelshuttle
3. Take the bus from Panajachel to Quetzaltenangobus
17h 45m
$117
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 Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango/Xelabus
11h 2m
$74

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

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54 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 674.9 km
Duration: 10h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tikal to Quetzaltenango/Xela via Tikal, Santa Elena, Flores - Santa Elena, Guatemala City, Litegua Bus Station, Guatemala, Litegua Bus Station, and Transportes Fuente del Norte in around 10h 11m.

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