How to get from Antigua to Guatemala City

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Written By Anastasia Marysheva
Metropolitan Cathedral of Guatemala City, an iconic neoclassical structure with grand towers and a central dome, set against a bright blue sky

About traveling from Antigua to Guatemala City

Antigua, being a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Guatemala’s most visited destinations, so it is not surprising it is easily accessible from the capital, Guatemala City. 

The Capital of Guatemala City will see you engage with locals while exploring Central America's largest city, filled with museums, theatres, and cultural attractions.

If you decide to take a car transfer from Antigua to Guatemala City, you can also enjoy some exceptional sights: La Azotea for coffee enthusiasts, the cultural Museo Casa Del Tejido Antiguo, and Valhalla Macadamia Farm for the foodies.

How to get from Antigua to Guatemala City

There are different ways to travel from Antigua to Guatemala City, depending on your preference and budget. For travelers on a budget, the cheapest way to travel from Antigua to Guatemala City is by bus. A private car or taxi is the fastest way to travel from Antigua to Guatemala City, and also the best way to travel from Antigua to Guatemala City for the convenience and the opportunity to sightsee along the way. 

Antigua to Guatemala City by bus

Traveling from Antigua to Guatemala City by bus is the most cost-effective option, but be aware that this is the longest option and is limited to once per day. Tickets can be purchased from Litegua Antigua on the corner of Callejon de sol and Poniente. Buses are scheduled to run once per day, leaving at 9:30 am, and the journey takes around an hour, traffic dependent.

Antigua to Guatemala City by bus

  • Time intervals 1 time per day

  • First/Last departure 9:30 am

  • Avg. price $6

  • Distance 40 km

  • Duration 1 Hour

  • Operating companies Litegua Antigua on the corner of Callejon de sol and Poniente

Antigua to Guatemala City private car transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Antigua to Guatemala City. You will be picked up at your accommodation in Antigua, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Guatemala City and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!

  • Avg. price From $24 per seat

  • Distance 42 km

  • Duration door-to-door in 1 h 10 min

Going the other direction? Check our guide on How to get from Guatemala City to Antigua

Anastasia Marysheva

Originally from Russia, over the last 13 years Anastasia has lived in several different places, including Málaga, Madrid, Edinburgh, and Prague. As part of the Content team at Daytrip, she researches destinations and picks out the most compelling attractions for the website. While working on Colombia, she discovered Minca, a lovely town up in the Sierra Nevada; it became her favorite destination when she visited it a few years later.

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