What is the cheapest way to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula?

The cheapest way to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula is to drive which costs $270 - $400 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula?

The fastest way to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $270 - $400.

How far is it from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula?

The distance between Quetzaltenango (State) and Tapachula is 163 km. The road distance is 121.8 km.

How do I travel from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula without a car?

The best way to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs $900 - $1200.

How long does it take to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula, including transfers.

Can I drive from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula?

Yes, the driving distance between Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula.

Where can I stay near Tapachula?

There are 49+ hotels available in Tapachula.

Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula by taxi, 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.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Quetzaltenango to Retalhuleu - Cafetos San Sebastian
2. Take the bus from Retalhuleu - Cafetos San Sebastian to TapachulaGuatemala
3h 18m
$900–1,123
Drive 121.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quetzaltenango to Tapachula121.8 km
1h 52m
$272–392
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Border Tecún UmánPrivate shuttle
2. Take the bus from Ciudad Tecún Umán to TapachulaSan Salvador / ...
5h 14m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.5 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Quetzaltenango (State), Guatemala and Tapachula, Mexico?

There is no direct connection from Quetzaltenango (State) to Tapachula. However, you can take the taxi to Retalhuleu - Cafetos San Sebastian then take the bus to Tapachula. Alternatively, you can drive from Quetzaltenango to Tapachula in around 1h 52m.

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