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Soyapango to Chiquimula by bus

Chiquimula lies 129 km (80 mi) north of Soyapango, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 2 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 157 km (98 mi) of road.

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SoyapangoChiquimula
CountryEl SalvadorGuatemala
Population329,708111,505
Elevation634 m (2,080 ft)400 m (1,312 ft)
Time nowUTC-6 (America/El_Salvador)UTC-6 (America/Guatemala)

What changes when you arrive in Chiquimula

Crossing from El Salvador into Guatemala: money changes from the Dollar 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 Soyapango to Chiquimula

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Staying in Chiquimula

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Common questions

How far is Chiquimula from Soyapango?

129 km (80 mi) in a straight line, north of Soyapango; by road roughly 157 km (98 mi).

How long does it take to get from Soyapango to Chiquimula by bus?

About 2 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Soyapango and Chiquimula?

No, both are on the same offset at the moment.

What currency do I need in Chiquimula?

The Quetzal (GTQ).

Where these facts come from

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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.