How much does a bus ticket cost in Guatemala?

Bus travel in Guatemala is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CHF 20. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights. Example fares in Guatemala: Guatemala City ↔ Antigua Guatemala (average: CHF 18 ) Guatemala City ↔ San Salvador (average: CHF 46 ) Panajachel ↔ Guatemala City (average: CHF 33 )

What is the best way to travel around Guatemala?

While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Guatemala: - Shuttle: 46 routes - Bus: 44 routes

How do I book bus and train tickets in Guatemala?

Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play , Download on the App Store .

How do I travel from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala by bus?

The bus is the most popular way to travel from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala Travel time: 1h 30m Ticket prices: From CHF 18 Frequency: 5 departures daily Recommended operators: Marvelus Travel , Guatego , Transporte del Sol , Pullmantur , Litegua , Serturesa

How do I get from Guatemala to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are: Guatemala City ↔ San Salvador, El Salvador Guatemala City ↔ Santa Ana, El Salvador Guatemala City ↔ Tegucigalpa, Honduras

What are the most popular airports in Guatemala?

You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Guatemala City Airport (GUA)

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What are the most popular routes to Guatemala?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Guatemala City - Antigua Guatemala	Average priceCHF 18	Average duration1h 30m	Daily departures5
Guatemala City - Antigua Guatemala	Average priceCHF 18	Average duration2h	Daily departures1
Guatemala City - San Salvador	Average priceCHF 46	Average duration4h 45m	Daily departures5
Panajachel - Guatemala City	Average priceCHF 33	Average duration4h	Daily departures12
Antigua Guatemala - Guatemala City	Average priceCHF 18	Average duration2h	Daily departures13
Guatemala City - Panajachel	Average priceCHF 32	Average duration4h	Daily departures6
Flores - Belize City	Average priceCHF 27	Average duration6h	Daily departures2
Guatemala City - Santa Ana	Average priceCHF 78	Average duration4h	Daily departures3
Guatemala City - Puerto Barrios	Average priceCHF 20	Average duration6h	Daily departures21
Guatemala City - Izabal	Average priceCHF 21	Average duration6h 10m	Daily departures6

What popular bus companies operate in Guatemala?

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Guatemala

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much does a bus ticket cost in Guatemala?
Bus travel in Guatemala is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CHF 20. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Guatemala:
Guatemala City ↔ Antigua Guatemala (average: CHF 18)
Guatemala City ↔ San Salvador (average: CHF 46)
Panajachel ↔ Guatemala City (average: CHF 33)
What is the best way to travel around Guatemala?
While you can choose from different transportation options, Buses and Shuttles are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Guatemala:
- Shuttle: 46 routes
- Bus: 44 routes
How do I book bus and train tickets in Guatemala?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
How do I travel from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala
Travel time: 1h 30m
Ticket prices: From CHF 18
Frequency: 5 departures daily
Recommended operators: Marvelus Travel, Guatego, Transporte del Sol, Pullmantur, Litegua, Serturesa
How do I get from Guatemala to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Guatemala City ↔ San Salvador, El Salvador
Guatemala City ↔ Santa Ana, El Salvador
Guatemala City ↔ Tegucigalpa, Honduras
What are the most popular airports in Guatemala?
You can find train and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Guatemala City Airport (GUA)