Quetzaltenango to Tapachula by bus
Tapachula lies 79 km (49 mi) west of Quetzaltenango, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 40 min including stops, over roughly 97 km (60 mi) of road.
| Quetzaltenango | Tapachula | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Guatemala | Mexico |
| Population | 180,706 | 353,706 |
| Elevation | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 165 m (541 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) | UTC-6 (America/Merida) |
What changes when you arrive in Tapachula
Crossing from Guatemala into Mexico: money changes from the Quetzal to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Quetzaltenango to Tapachula
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Staying in Tapachula
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Common questions
How far is Tapachula from Quetzaltenango?
79 km (49 mi) in a straight line, west of Quetzaltenango; by road roughly 97 km (60 mi).
How long does it take to get from Quetzaltenango to Tapachula by bus?
About 1 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Quetzaltenango and Tapachula?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Tapachula?
The Peso (MXN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.