Ecatepec de Morelos to Cobán by bus
Cobán lies 1,029 km (639 mi) south-east of Ecatepec de Morelos, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 43 min including stops, over roughly 1,255 km (780 mi) of road.
| Ecatepec de Morelos | Cobán | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 1.6 million | 212,047 |
| Elevation | 2,306 m (7,566 ft) | 1,326 m (4,350 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Mexico_City) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
What changes when you arrive in Cobán
Crossing from Mexico into Guatemala: money changes from the Peso to the Quetzal (GTQ); the dialling code becomes +502; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648801 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book buses from Ecatepec de Morelos to Cobán
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Staying in Cobán
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Common questions
How far is Cobán from Ecatepec de Morelos?
1,029 km (639 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Ecatepec de Morelos; by road roughly 1,255 km (780 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ecatepec de Morelos to Cobán by bus?
About 18 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ecatepec de Morelos and Cobán?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Cobán?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.