Driving from Guatemala City to Mejicanos
Mejicanos lies 176 km (109 mi) south-east of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 41 min without stops, over roughly 214 km (133 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Guatemala City | Mejicanos | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | El Salvador |
| Population | 994,938 | 160,317 |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 652 m (2,139 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/El_Salvador) |
What changes when you arrive in Mejicanos
Crossing from Guatemala into El Salvador: money changes from the Quetzal to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +503; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648879 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book car hire from Guatemala City to Mejicanos
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Staying in Mejicanos
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Common questions
How far is Mejicanos from Guatemala City?
176 km (109 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Guatemala City; by road roughly 214 km (133 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Mejicanos by car?
About 2 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Mejicanos?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mejicanos?
The Dollar (USD).
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.