What is the cheapest way to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango?

The cheapest way to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango?

The fastest way to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango is to drive which takes 7h 7m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Palenque and Quetzaltenango?

No, there is no direct bus from Palenque to Quetzaltenango. However, there are services departing from Palenque and arriving at Quetzaltenango via San Cristóbal de las Casas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

How far is it from Palenque to Quetzaltenango?

The distance between Palenque and Quetzaltenango is 537 km. The road distance is 464 km.

How do I travel from Palenque to Quetzaltenango without a car?

The best way to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango without a car is to bus which takes 11h 4m and costs $290 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango?

It takes approximately 11h 4m to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palenque to Quetzaltenango bus from?

Palenque to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), depart from Palenque station.

Where does the Palenque to Quetzaltenango bus arrive?

Palenque to Quetzaltenango bus services, operated by Wayak (D2D Private Transportation), arrive at San Cristobal de las Casas station.

Can I drive from Palenque to Quetzaltenango?

Yes, the driving distance between Palenque to Quetzaltenango is 464 km. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Palenque to Quetzaltenango.

Where can I stay near Quetzaltenango?

There are 95+ hotels available in Quetzaltenango.

Palenque to Quetzaltenango - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Palenque to Quetzaltenango by bus, car, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palenque to San Cristobal de las CasasPalenque a San Cristóbal de las Casas
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Quetzaltenango
11h 4m
$291–752
Drive 464 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Palenque to Quetzaltenango464 km
7h 7m
$56–81
Bus via Palenque
1. Take the bus from Palenque to San Cristóbal de las Casas
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Quetzaltenango
14h 14m
$71–95
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Palenque to San Cristóbal de las Casas
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to QuetzaltenangoQuetzaltenango
18h 14m
$95–144

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 536.8 km
Duration: 11h 4m

What companies run services between Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico and Quetzaltenango, Guatemala?

You can take a bus from Palenque to Quetzaltenango via San Cristobal de las Casas and San Cristóbal de las Casas in around 11h 4m.

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