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How to Travel from

San Salvador to Tikal

by Train, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A.

Website:
avianca.com/
Plane from La Aurora International Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.23–$267.51
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$305.73

TAG Airlines

Website:
tag.com.gt/
Plane from La Aurora International Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$203.82

Volaris El Salvador

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from El Salvador International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.17–$140.12

Bus operators

Clark Tours

Phone:
+502 2412 4700
Website:
clarktours.com.gt
Bus from Guatemala City to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$121.02–$203.82

Autobuses FDN (Fuente Del Norte)

Phone:
+502 7947 7070
Website:
transportesfuentedelnorte.com/
Bus from Guatemala City to Santa
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.85–$47.13

Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter)

Phone:
+504 9919-5375
Website:
cristobalcolon.com.gt/
Bus from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus to Estación
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$70.06

Guatemala Local Buses

Bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.95

Transportes Starbus

Phone:
+502 2471 0952
Website:
mmcorporacion.com/?page_id=496
Bus from Río Hondo to Santa
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$43.31
Bus from Guatemala City to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.75–$59.87

Guatemala Transportation

Website:
guatemalatransportation.com
Bus from Guatemala City to Flores
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$63.69–$108.28

Rutas Orientales

Phone:
+502 2326 3200
Website:
rutasorientales.com/
Bus from Esquipulas to Zacapa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

El Salvador Local Buses

Bus from San Salvador to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96

Infini Tours

Phone:
+503 7223 2638
Website:
infinitours.co/
Bus from San Salvador to Guatemala
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$143.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Salvador to Tikal is to bus and Public Minibus which costs $54.35 - $130.43 and takes 16h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Salvador to Tikal is to shuttle and Tour which takes 7h and costs $217.39 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between San Salvador and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from San Salvador to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus and arriving at Tikal via Guatemala City and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 46m.

How far is it from San Salvador to Tikal?

The distance between San Salvador and Tikal is 574 km. The road distance is 607.6 km.

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

The best way to get from San Salvador to Tikal without a car is to shuttle and bus and Public Minibus which takes 14h 31m and costs $184.78 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from San Salvador to Tikal, including transfers.

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

San Salvador to Tikal bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), depart from Terminal San Carlos - Ticabus station.

Where does the San Salvador to Tikal bus arrive?

San Salvador to Tikal bus services, operated by Cristóbal Colón Autobuses (Línea Dorada y Trans Galgos Inter), arrive at Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1 station.

Can I drive from San Salvador to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between San Salvador to Tikal is 608 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from San Salvador to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are four+ hotels available in Tikal. Prices start at $41.75 per night.
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