Guatemala City to Santa Tecla by bus
Santa Tecla lies 170 km (106 mi) south-east of Guatemala City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 208 km (129 mi) of road.
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| Guatemala City | Santa Tecla | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | El Salvador |
| Population | 994,938 | 124,694 |
| Elevation | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) | 965 m (3,166 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/El_Salvador) |
What changes when you arrive in Santa Tecla
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 buses from Guatemala City to Santa Tecla
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Staying in Santa Tecla
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Common questions
How far is Santa Tecla from Guatemala City?
170 km (106 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Guatemala City; by road roughly 208 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Guatemala City to Santa Tecla by bus?
About 3 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guatemala City and Santa Tecla?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Santa Tecla?
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.