Day trip from Tapachula to Chichicastenango
Chichicastenango lies 123 km (77 mi) east of Tapachula, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 123 km (77 mi) apart, Chichicastenango is a realistic day trip from Tapachula: about 2 h each way by road.
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| Tapachula | Chichicastenango | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 353,706 | 141,567 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
What changes when you arrive in Chichicastenango
Crossing from Mexico into Guatemala: money changes from the Peso 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 Chichicastenango
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Staying in Chichicastenango
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Common questions
How far is Chichicastenango from Tapachula?
123 km (77 mi) in a straight line, east of Tapachula; by road roughly 151 km (94 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tapachula to Chichicastenango by road?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tapachula and Chichicastenango?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Chichicastenango?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
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.