Guatemala City to San Salvador

Guatemala City to San Salvador

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Guatemala City to San Salvador Schedule

Guatemala City to San Salvador Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Authentic Guatemala Standard 3pax Any timeGTQ 2,143
TAG Airlines Economy #5U21305:50 - 06:45GTQ 1,019
TAG Airlines Economy #5U21306:00 - 06:45GTQ 804
Avianca Economy #AV57309:15 - 10:00GTQ 376
Avianca Economy #AV57310:05 - 10:50GTQ 535
Avianca Economy #AV55513:20 - 14:05GTQ 535
Transporte del Sol Tourist AC 14:00 - 20:00GTQ 196
TAG Airlines Economy #5U21517:50 - 18:45GTQ 1,063
Avianca Economy #AV74119:40 - 20:30GTQ 530
Avianca Economy #AV58920:10 - 20:55GTQ 535

Transportation from Guatemala City to San Salvador

Facts about the transport from Guatemala City to San Salvador

Cheapest Transport$46
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure5:25 凌晨
Latest Departure8:15 晚上
Departures per day8
Distance475 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAuthentic Guatemala, Avianca, La Vencedora, TAG Airlines

How to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador

When you want to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 419.64. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 45.10.

How far is Guatemala City from San Salvador?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Guatemala City to San Salvador. Your trip will be a total of 296 miles (475 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador?

The travel time from Guatemala City to San Salvador can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador?

The cost of the trip from Guatemala City to San Salvador varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is La Vencedora: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 45.10 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 419.64.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Guatemala City to San Salvador:

  • Bus tickets - USD 45.16 to USD 45.16;
  • Plane tickets - USD 78.49 to USD 135.74;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 275.73 to USD 419.71.

How many trips per day are there between Guatemala City and San Salvador?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Guatemala City to San Salvador depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 13:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Guatemala City to San Salvador any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 78.49.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Guatemala City to San Salvador

Avianca, TAG Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Guatemala City to San Salvador is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Guatemala City to San Salvador. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 275.73.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Guatemala City to San Salvador

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Guatemala City to San Salvador? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 83% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% users took a plane.