Guatemala City to Mérida by bus
Mérida lies 710 km (441 mi) north of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 59 min including stops, over roughly 866 km (538 mi) of road.
| Guatemala City | Mérida | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Mexico |
| Population | 994,938 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
What changes when you arrive in Mérida
Crossing from Guatemala into Mexico: money changes from the Quetzal to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Guatemala City to Mérida
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Staying in Mérida
Our booking partner lists 895 places to stay in Mérida. Of the 472 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (177), and 40 are five-star. Across 217 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 112,451 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mérida from Guatemala City?
710 km (441 mi) in a straight line, north of Guatemala City; by road roughly 866 km (538 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Mérida by bus?
About 12 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Mérida?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mérida?
The Peso (MXN).
Where can I stay in Mérida?
Our booking partner lists 895 places to stay in Mérida, bookable on this site.
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.