Guatemala City to Puerto Barrios by bus
Puerto Barrios lies 238 km (148 mi) north-east of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 32 min including stops, over roughly 291 km (181 mi) of road.
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| Guatemala City | Puerto Barrios | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Guatemala |
| Population | 994,938 | 100,593 |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
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Common questions
How far is Puerto Barrios from Guatemala City?
238 km (148 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Guatemala City; by road roughly 291 km (181 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Puerto Barrios by bus?
About 4 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Puerto Barrios?
No, both are on America/Guatemala at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.