What is the cheapest way to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango?

The cheapest way to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango is to ferry and bus which costs $60 - $140 and takes 14h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango?

The fastest way to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 2m and costs $460 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Caye Caulker and Quetzaltenango?

No, there is no direct bus from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango. However, there are services departing from Caye Caulker and arriving at Quetzaltenango/Xela via Santa Elena, Río Dulce and Guatemala City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 53m.

How far is it from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango?

The distance between Caye Caulker and Quetzaltenango is 621 km.

How do I travel from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango without a car?

The best way to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango without a car is to ferry and shuttle and bus which takes 24h 6m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango bus from?

Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Getaway Travels, depart from Caye Caulker station.

Where does the Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango bus arrive?

Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Getaway Travels, arrive at Flores - Santa Elena station.

Where can I stay near Quetzaltenango?

There are 104+ hotels available in Quetzaltenango.

Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango - 5 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango by plane, shuttle, ferry, bus, or busferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Caye Caulker (CUK) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)CUK - GUA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango Xela
6h 2m
$469–764
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Caye Caulker to Belize Terminal
2. Take the bus from Novelo's Bus Terminal to Benque Viejo del Carmen
3. Take the bus from Melchor de Mencos to Guatemala City
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango/Xela
14h 32m
$61–135
Ferry, shuttle, bus
1. Take the ferry from Caye Caulker to Belize Terminal
2. Take a shuttle bus from Belize City to Panajachel
3. Take the bus from Panajachel to Quetzaltenango
24h 6m
$129–173
Bus and ferry, bus via Río Dulce
1. Take the busferry from Caye Caulker to Flores - Santa Elena
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Rio Dulce
3. Take the bus from Río Dulce to Guatemala
4. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango/Xela
18h 53m
$61–148
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Caye Caulker to Flores - Santa Elena
2. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Estación Central 7a Avenida Zona 1
3. Take the bus from Guatemala to QuetzaltenangoGtm
23h 13m
$68–142

Caye Caulker (CUK) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) flights

12Weekly Planes

3h 15mAverage Duration

$429Cheapest Price

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Distance: 620.7 km
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Caye Caulker, Belize and Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

There is no direct connection from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango. However, you can fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA), walk to Fuerza Aerea, take the line 13 bus to Torre Reformador, walk to Guatemala City, then take the shuttle to Quetzaltenango Xela. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Caye Caulker to Quetzaltenango/Xela via Belize Terminal, Novelo's Bus Terminal, Benque Bus Terminal, Melchor de Mencos, and Guatemala City in around 14h 32m.

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