What is the cheapest way to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal?

The cheapest way to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal is to bus which costs $900 - $1600 and takes 15h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal?

The fastest way to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal is to shuttle and drive and fly which takes 12h 48m and costs $4600 - $9500.

Is there a direct bus between Quetzaltenango/Xela and Chetumal?

No, there is no direct bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal. However, there are services departing from Quetzaltenango and arriving at Chetumal via San Cristóbal de las Casas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 59m.

How far is it from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal?

The distance between Quetzaltenango/Xela and Chetumal is 910 km. The road distance is 786.6 km.

How do I travel from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal without a car?

The best way to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 18h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal?

It takes approximately 15h 14m to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal bus from?

Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal bus services, operated by Eterna Primavera, depart from Quetzaltenango station.

Where does the Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal bus arrive?

Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal bus services, operated by Eterna Primavera, arrive at San Cristóbal de las Casas station.

What is the time difference between Quetzaltenango/Xela and Chetumal?

Chetumal is 1h ahead of Quetzaltenango/Xela. It is currently 7:54 AM in Quetzaltenango/Xela and 8:54 AM in Chetumal.

Can I drive from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal?

Yes, the driving distance between Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal is 787 km. It takes approximately 16h 16m to drive from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal.

Where can I stay near Chetumal?

There are 392+ hotels available in Chetumal.

Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal by bus, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Guatemala City
2. Take the bus from Guatemala City to Melchor de Mencos
3. Take the bus from Benque Viejo el Carmen to Corozal
15h 14m
$943–1,553
Drive 786.6 km
1. Drive from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal786.6 km
16h 16m
$1,709–2,468
Shuttle, drive, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Border Tecún Umán
2. Drive from Border Tecún Umán to Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
3. Fly from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Chetumal International Airport (CTM)TAP - CTM
12h 48m
$4,646–9,406
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Guatemala City
2. Take a shuttle bus from Guatemala City to Belize City
3. Take a shuttle bus from Belize City to Chetumal
18h 30m
Bus via San Cristóbal de las Casas
1. Take the bus from Quetzaltenango to San Cristóbal de las Casas
2. Take the bus from San Cristóbal de las Casas to Chetumal
21h 59m
$2,022–3,422
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Quetzaltenango to Panajachel
2. Take the bus from Panajachel to Flores
3. Take the bus from Flores to Chetumal
23h
$2,527–9,527

Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Chetumal International Airport (CTM) flights

16Weekly Planes

13h 12mAverage Duration

$2,872Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal.

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Distance: 910.2 km
Duration: 15h 14m

What companies run services between Quetzaltenango/Xela, Guatemala and Chetumal, Mexico?

You can take a vehicle from Quetzaltenango/Xela to Chetumal via Quetzaltenango/Xela, Guatemala City, Melchor de Mencos, Benque Viejo el Carmen, and Corozal in around 15h 14m.

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