Day trip from Tapachula to Coatepeque
Coatepeque lies 48 km (30 mi) south-east of Tapachula, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 48 km (30 mi) apart, Coatepeque is a realistic day trip from Tapachula: about 47 min each way by road.
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| Tapachula | Coatepeque | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 353,706 | 105,415 |
| Elevation | 165 m (541 ft) | 500 m (1,640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
What changes when you arrive in Coatepeque
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 Coatepeque
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Staying in Coatepeque
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Common questions
How far is Coatepeque from Tapachula?
48 km (30 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tapachula; by road roughly 59 km (36 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tapachula to Coatepeque by road?
About 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tapachula and Coatepeque?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Coatepeque?
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.