Tuxtla to Quetzaltenango by bus
Quetzaltenango lies 272 km (169 mi) south-east of Tuxtla, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 332 km (206 mi) of road.
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| Tuxtla | Quetzaltenango | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Guatemala |
| Population | 604,147 | 180,706 |
| Elevation | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Merida) | UTC-6 (America/Guatemala) |
| Postal codes | 73440 | 09001 |
What changes when you arrive in Quetzaltenango
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.
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Common questions
How far is Quetzaltenango from Tuxtla?
272 km (169 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Tuxtla; by road roughly 332 km (206 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tuxtla to Quetzaltenango by bus?
About 5 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tuxtla and Quetzaltenango?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Quetzaltenango?
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.