Tapachula to Villa Nueva by bus
Villa Nueva lies 185 km (115 mi) east of Tapachula, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 34 min including stops, over roughly 226 km (140 mi) of road.
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| Tapachula | Villa Nueva | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 353,706 | 618,397 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 1,331 m (4,367 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
What changes when you arrive in Villa Nueva
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.
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Staying in Villa Nueva
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Common questions
How far is Villa Nueva from Tapachula?
185 km (115 mi) in a straight line, east of Tapachula; by road roughly 226 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tapachula to Villa Nueva by bus?
About 3 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tapachula and Villa Nueva?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Villa Nueva?
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 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.