Bus from Chichicastenango to Antigua Guatemala
Tourist shuttles · ~2.5–3 hours · $15–$25 USD · Afternoon returns from Chichi central
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The Chichicastenango → Antigua return is the standard afternoon shuttle for travelers wrapping up a market-day visit. Most pre-booked Antigua → Chichi round-trip packages include this return leg.
Spring Bus connects you to operators running this route — Adrenalina Tours, Atitrans, Bekol Tours, Pumpkin Tours. Standard pickup at Chichi's central plaza between 1 PM and 4 PM, drop at your Antigua hotel between 3:30 PM and 7 PM.
Route details: Chichicastenango to Antigua Guatemala
Travel time
2 h 45 min
Distance
95 km
Typical fare
$15 – $25 USD per person
Frequency
Daily afternoon, plus extra market-day returns (Thu + Sun)
First departure
Approx. 1:00 PM
Last departure
Approx. 4:00 PM
Operators on this route
Adrenalina Tours · Atitrans · Bekol Tours · Pumpkin Tours
Pickup at Chichicastenango
Pickup at hotels around Chichicastenango's central plaza (Santo Tomás Church / Plaza 5 de Mayo area)
Drop-off at Antigua Guatemala
Door-to-door drop at Antigua hotels and hostels (Parque Central, La Merced, Calle del Arco area)
About the journey
The Chichicastenango → Antigua return reverses the morning route — RN-15 south to Los Encuentros junction, then east on CA-1 through Chimaltenango and south to Antigua. ~2.5–3 hours. Most travelers ride this back after a morning + lunch at Chichi's market.
Travel tips for Chichicastenango → Antigua Guatemala
- Confirm your return shuttle pickup time with the operator when you arrive in Chichi.
- Be back at the pickup point 15 minutes early — drivers don't wait long.
- Bring snacks + water for the 2.5–3 hour ride.
- If you missed your shuttle, catch a later shuttle from another operator for ~$5–10 extra, or take a chicken bus via Los Encuentros + transfer (~Q40 / US$5, 3–4 hours).
- Antigua's evening cool kicks in by 4–5 PM — bring a light layer for arrival.
- Onward to El Paredón / Lake Atitlán next day: arrive Antigua, overnight, then catch a morning shuttle to your next destination.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Chichicastenango to Antigua?
**About 2.5–3 hours** door-to-door from Chichi central to Antigua hotels. Same route as the morning shuttle in reverse.
What time do shuttles leave Chichicastenango for Antigua?
**Typically 1 PM and 4 PM daily**, with extra returns on market days (Thursday + Sunday). 1 PM is the popular pick after market + lunch.
Is the return shuttle included in the Antigua → Chichi day-trip fare?
**Yes for most operators** — round-trip same-day packages bundle the return. If you bought only the outbound leg, the return is **$15 – $25 USD** as a separate ticket.
Can I take a chicken bus from Chichi back to Antigua?
Yes — **Chichi terminal → Los Encuentros + transfer to Antigua via Chimaltenango**, ~Q40 (US$5), 3–4 hours with transfers. Backpacker-cheap; basic, no luggage compartment.
What's the latest shuttle from Chichicastenango to Antigua?
**Typically 4 PM**, with occasional later departures on market days. After 4 PM, your options are chicken bus or pre-arranged private transfer ($80–$120 USD for up to 4 passengers).
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