What is the cheapest way to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal?

The cheapest way to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal is to bus and Public Minibus which costs $40 - $60 and takes 12h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal?

The fastest way to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal is to shuttle and fly which takes 9h 37m and costs $110 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Copán Ruinas and Tikal?

No, there is no direct bus from Copán Ruinas to Tikal. However, there are services departing from Copán Ruinas and arriving at Tikal via Santa Rosa de Copán, Esquipulas and Santa Elena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 20m.

How far is it from Copán Ruinas to Tikal?

The distance between Copán Ruinas and Tikal is 447 km. The road distance is 380.8 km.

How do I travel from Copán Ruinas to Tikal without a car?

The best way to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal without a car is to bus and Public Minibus via Santa Rosa de Copán which takes 16h 20m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal?

It takes approximately 11h 15m to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Copán Ruinas to Tikal bus from?

Copán Ruinas to Tikal bus services, operated by Casasola Express, depart from Copán Ruinas station.

Where does the Copán Ruinas to Tikal bus arrive?

Copán Ruinas to Tikal bus services, operated by Casasola Express, arrive at Santa Rosa de Copán station.

Can I drive from Copán Ruinas to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Copán Ruinas to Tikal is 381 km. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Copán Ruinas to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are 28+ hotels available in Tikal.

Copán Ruinas to Tikal - 6 ways to travel via car, bus, and Public Minibus

There are 6 ways to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal by car, bus, shuttle, or plane

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

Drive, bus, Public Minibus
best
1. Drive from Copán Ruinas to Gualán
2. Take the bus from Gualán to Río Dulce
3. Take the bus from Rio Dulce to Flores - Santa Elena
4. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
11h 15m
$43–61
Drive 380.8 km
1. Drive from Copán Ruinas to Tikal380.8 km
10h 28m
$53–76
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Copán Ruins to Guatemala City
2. Fly from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS)GUA - FRS
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flores Airport to Parque Nacional Tikal
9h 37m
$113–456
Bus, Public Minibus
1. Take the bus from El Florido to Chiquimula
2. Take the bus from Chiquimula to Flores - Santa Elena
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
12h 5m
$43–58
Bus, Public Minibus via Santa Rosa de Copán
1. Take the bus from Copán Ruinas to Santa Rosa de Copán
2. Take the bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Esquipulas
3. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Flores - Santa Elena
4. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
16h 20m
$46–63
Shuttle, bus, Public Minibus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Copán Ruins to Guatemala City
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Flores - Santa Elena
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
16h 32m
$89–352

La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) flights

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58 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Copán Ruinas to Tikal.

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Distance: 447.3 km
Duration: 11h 15m

What companies run services between Copán Ruinas, Honduras and Tikal, Guatemala?

You can take a vehicle from Copán Ruinas to Tikal via El Florido, Chiquimula, Chiquimula, Flores - Santa Elena, Santa Elena, and Tikal in around 12h 5m.

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