What is the cheapest way to get from Metapán to Tikal?

The cheapest way to get from Metapán to Tikal is to drive and bus and Public Minibus which costs $41 - $44 and takes 11h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Metapán to Tikal?

The fastest way to get from Metapán to Tikal is to bus and shuttle and fly which takes 10h 17m and costs $390 - $600.

How far is it from Metapán to Tikal?

The distance between Metapán and Tikal is 534 km. The road distance is 478 km.

How long does it take to get from Metapán to Tikal?

It takes approximately 11h 59m to get from Metapán to Tikal, including transfers.

Can I drive from Metapán to Tikal?

Yes, the driving distance between Metapán to Tikal is 478 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Metapán to Tikal.

Where can I stay near Tikal?

There are 29+ hotels available in Tikal.

Metapán to Tikal - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, Public Minibus, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Metapán 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 Metapán to Esquipulas
2. Take the bus from Esquipulas to Flores - Santa Elena
3. Take the bus from Santa Elena to Tikal
11h 59m
$41–44
Drive 478 km
1. Drive from Metapán to Tikal478 km
11h
$58–84
Bus, shuttle to Cuscatlán International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Metapán to Santa Ana
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Ana to El Salvador International Airport
3. Fly from Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS)SAL - FRS
4. Take a shuttle bus from Flores Airport to Parque Nacional Tikal
10h 17m
$396–576
Bus, bus to La Aurora International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Metapán to Santa Ana
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Guatemala Estación Zona 10
3. Fly from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS)GUA - FRS
4. Take a shuttle bus from Flores Airport to Parque Nacional Tikal
11h 39m
$94–211

Cuscatlán International Airport (SAL) to Mundo Maya Airport (FRS) flights

18Weekly Planes

3h 36mAverage Duration

$157Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Metapán to Tikal.

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Distance: 533.9 km
Duration: 11h 59m

What companies run services between Metapán, El Salvador and Tikal, Guatemala?

There is no direct connection from Metapán to Tikal. However, you can drive to Esquipulas, take the bus to Flores - Santa Elena, walk to Santa Elena, take the bus to Tikal, then walk to Tikal. Alternatively, you can drive from Metapán to Tikal in around 11h.

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