Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

Lake Atitlan
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Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
GuateGo
Minivan
05:00
10:30
¥5,360
Bus
Coban Travels
Standard
05:00
08:00
¥3,599
Bus
Mayan Caribbean Travel
Standard AC
09:00
14:00
¥5,360
  5.0
Van
Neway Tours
Minivan
09:00
13:30
¥3,224
Van
GuateGo
Minivan
09:00
14:30
¥5,360
Bus
Coban Travels
Standard
09:00
12:00
¥3,599
Bus
Mayan Caribbean Travel
Standard AC
12:00
17:00
¥5,360
  5.0
Van
Neway Tours
Minivan
12:00
16:30
¥3,224
Van
GuateGo
Minivan
12:00
17:30
¥5,360
Bus
Coban Travels
Standard
12:00
15:00
¥3,599
Bus
Mayan Caribbean Travel
Standard AC
16:00
21:00
¥5,360
  5.0
Van
Neway Tours
Minivan
16:00
20:30
¥3,224
Van
GuateGo
Minivan
16:00
21:30
¥5,360
Bus
Coban Travels
Standard
16:00
19:00
¥3,599

How to get from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

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

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 JPY 33,162. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as JPY 4,511.

How far is Lake Atitlan from Guatemala City?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City. Your trip will be a total of 89 miles (142 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 km).

How long does it take to get from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City?

The travel time from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City?

The cost of the trip from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Coban Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as JPY 4,511 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 JPY 33,162.

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

  • Bus tickets - JPY 4,520 to JPY 10,416;
  • Van price : JPY 4,684 - JPY 17,319;
  • Bus+Ferry price: JPY 7,663. From Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City starting from 09:00 Selina Atitlan until 09:00 Selina Atitlan
  • taxi+Van price: JPY 23,174 - JPY 33,795. From Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City starting from 00:00 Panajachel Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Panajachel Hotel Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from JPY 18,223 to JPY 33,158.

How many trips per day are there between Lake Atitlan and Guatemala City?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:00. There are 18 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City depart during the day - there are approximately 13 departures a day.
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City starting from 09:00 Selina Atitlan until 09:00 Selina Atitlan
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City 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 Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City. 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 JPY 18,223.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City? 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

Facts about the transport from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City

Cheapest Transport¥4,520
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure4:00 PM
Departures per day46
Distance142 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAdrenalina Tours, Authentic Guatemala, Coban Travels, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eterna Primavera, GuateGo, Mayan Caribbean Travel, Quetzal Express Tours, Taxis Lobos 5 Estrellas, Turansa