Day trip from Apopa to Mixco
Mixco lies 179 km (111 mi) north-west of Apopa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 179 km (111 mi) apart, Mixco is a realistic day trip from Apopa: about 2 h 55 min each way by road.
| Apopa | Mixco | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | El Salvador | Guatemala |
| Population | 112,158 | 465,773 |
| Elevation | 434 m (1,424 ft) | 1,726 m (5,663 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/El_Salvador) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
What changes when you arrive in Mixco
Crossing from El Salvador into Guatemala: money changes from the Dollar 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 tours and tickets in 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
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Common questions
How far is Mixco from Apopa?
179 km (111 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Apopa; by road roughly 218 km (136 mi).
How long does it take to get from Apopa to Mixco by road?
About 2 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Apopa 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.