Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) Trip Overview
Distance 112 km (70.0 miles) | |
Price range US$ 17-US$ 267 | |
Ride Duration Range 3h 40m-5h 30m | |
Earliest Departure 06:00 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Fastest bus: 4h
Cheapest bus: US$ 17

About the ride from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) Route Information
The distance between Guatemala City and Quetzaltenango (Xela) is 70 miles, or approximately 112 kilometers.
There are 4 ways to get from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela), including bus,minivan,car,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 06:00 and has a duration of 4 hours.
The fastest way to travel is by minivan, which takes approximately 3 hours 40 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 17
- 36 departures a day, or 252 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: 160 Reclining Seats and Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 42
- 219 departures a day, or 1533 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) by car
- Starting Price: US$ 220
- 240 departures a day, or 1680 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela) by flight
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Guatemala City to Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Popular stations and stops in Guatemala City and Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Departure stations in Guatemala City
Arrival stations in Quetzaltenango (Xela)
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