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9 h 23 min
588 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal

Composite routes from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal

Cheapest
9 h 23 min
Car
588 km.
from $32
Other
7 h 9 min
Taxi, Plane
333 km.
from $220.29
18 h 22 min
333 km.
from $259.63
7 h 57 min
Taxi, Plane
333 km.
from $281.07
8 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
333 km.
from $257.57

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:
$52.22–$267.49

TAG Airlines

Website:
tag.com.gt/
Plane from Retalhuleu Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.27–$165.59
Plane from Quetzaltenango to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.59–$445.82
Plane from La Aurora International Airport to Mundo
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$203.80

Bus operators

Clark Tours

Phone:
+502 2412 4700
Email:
Website:
clarktours.com.gt
Bus from Guatemala City to Tikal
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$121.01–$203.80

Adrenalina Tours

Phone:
+502 5308 5106
Email:
Website:
adrenalinatours.com/
Bus from Panajachel to Santa
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$103.65

Autobuses FDN (Fuente Del Norte)

Phone:
+502 7947 7070
Email:
Website:
transportesfuentedelnorte.com/
Bus from Guatemala City to Santa
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.84–$47.13

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 Guatemala City to Santa
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.75–$59.87

Cataleya

Phone:
+502 7960 0089
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076429260579
Bus from Panajachel to Guatemala
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.16

Turansa

Website:
turansa.com/
Bus from Chichicastenango to Guatemala
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$140.12–$216.54

Gray Line Guatemala

Phone:
+1 800 472 9546
Email:
Website:
grayline.com/things-to-do/guatemala/
Bus from Santiago Atitlán to Antigua
Ave. Duration:
5h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$132.43
Bus from Santiago Atitlán to Panajachel
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$132.43

Other operators

Naviera Bhetzabe

Phone:
+502 5417 0602
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/atitlanboattrip/
Other from Santiago Atitlán to Panajachel
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$134.56

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

The cheapest way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 9h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

The fastest way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal is to taxi and Tour which takes 6h 2m and costs $184.78 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Santiago Atitlán and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Santiago Atitlán and arriving at Tikal via Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala City and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 22m.

How far is it from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

The distance between Santiago Atitlán and Tikal is 473 km. The road distance is 653.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal without a car is to Bus and Public Minibus which takes 18h 22m and costs $152.17 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santiago Atitlán to Tikal bus from?

Santiago Atitlán to Tikal bus services, operated by Gray Line Guatemala, depart from Santiago Atitlán station.

Train, bus or fly from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

The best way to get from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal is to Bus and Public Minibus which takes 18h 22m and costs $152.17 - $217.39 . There are no good options to train or bus between Santiago Atitlán to Tikal.

Where does the Santiago Atitlán to Tikal bus arrive?

Santiago Atitlán to Tikal bus services, operated by Gray Line Guatemala, arrive at Antigua Guatemala station.

Can I drive from Santiago Atitlán to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago Atitlán to Tikal is 653 km. It takes approximately 9h 58m to drive from Santiago Atitlán 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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