Tuxtla to Guatemala City by train
Guatemala City lies 364 km (226 mi) south-east of Tuxtla, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 14 min at the speeds typical of Mexico and Guatemala rail, over roughly 445 km (276 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Tuxtla | Guatemala City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 604,147 | 994,938 |
| Elevation | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1,508 m (4,948 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Stations on record | none listed | none listed |
What changes when you arrive in Guatemala City
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 trains from Tuxtla to Guatemala City
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Staying in Guatemala City
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Guatemala City. Of the 74 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (40), and 1 are five-star. Across 12 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 2,012 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Guatemala City from Tuxtla?
364 km (226 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tuxtla; by road roughly 445 km (276 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tuxtla to Guatemala City by train?
About 5 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tuxtla and Guatemala City?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Guatemala City?
The Quetzal (GTQ).
Where can I stay in Guatemala City?
Our booking partner lists 88 places to stay in Guatemala City, 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.