How far is it from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve?

The distance between Tikal and Calakmul Biosphere Reserve is 552 km.

How do I travel from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve without a car?

The best way to get from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve without a car is to Public Minibus and bus and travel which takes 12h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve?

It takes approximately 12h 33m to get from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Calakmul Biosphere Reserve?

There are 29+ hotels available in Calakmul Biosphere Reserve.

Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve - 2 ways to travel via Public Minibus

There are 2 ways to get from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve by bus, unknown, or shuttle

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Public Minibus, bus, travel
best
1. Take the bus from Tikal to Santa Elena
2. Take the bus from Flores to Chetumal
3. Take the bus from Chetumal to Xpujil
4. Walk from Xpujil to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
12h 33m
Shuttle, bus, travel
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tikal to San Ignacio
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Ignacio to Chetumal
3. Take the bus from Chetumal to Xpujil
4. Walk from Xpujil to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
13h 9m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 552.3 km
Duration: 12h 33m

What companies run services between Tikal, Guatemala and Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, Mexico?

There is no direct connection from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve. However, you can walk to Tikal, take the bus to Santa Elena, walk to Flores, take the bus to Chetumal, take the bus to Xpujil, then travel to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tikal to Calakmul Biosphere Reserve via Tikal, San Ignacio, San Ignacio, Chetumal, Chetumal, and Xpujil in around 13h 9m.

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