San José to Mixco by bus
Mixco lies 880 km (547 mi) north-west of San José, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 16 h 2 min including stops, over roughly 1,074 km (667 mi) of road.
| San José | Mixco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Costa Rica | Guatemala |
| Population | 335,007 | 465,773 |
| Elevation | 1,133 m (3,717 ft) | 1,726 m (5,663 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Costa_Rica) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Postal codes | 20102–40602 | 01057 |
What changes when you arrive in Mixco
Crossing from Costa Rica into Guatemala: money changes from the Colon 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 San José to Mixco
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Staying in Mixco
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Mixco. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (2). Guests have left 27 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Mixco
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Mixco from San José?
880 km (547 mi) in a straight line, north-west of San José; by road roughly 1,074 km (667 mi).
How long does it take to get from San José to Mixco by bus?
About 16 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between San José and Mixco?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mixco?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
Where can I stay in Mixco?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Mixco, bookable on this site.
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.