Bus from Flores to Antigua Guatemala
Direct overnight shuttle or transfer · ~12 hours direct · $30–$60 USD · Departures evening
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The Flores → Antigua trip is the standard return for travelers wrapping up a Tikal visit and continuing onward in Guatemala — typically a few more days in Antigua + Lake Atitlán before an outbound flight.
Spring Bus connects you to operators running this route — Adrenalina Tours, Atitrans run direct overnight shuttles ($30–$60 USD, ~12 h). Transfer via GUA uses Flores → GUA cama Pullman (~9–10 h on ADN / Línea Dorada Maya de Oro / Fuente del Norte) + GUA → Antigua tourist shuttle (~1 h), total $35–$70 USD. Or fly: Flores → GUA on TAG Airlines / Avianca (~1 h, $80–$150) + GUA → Antigua shuttle.
Route details: Flores to Antigua Guatemala
Travel time
12 h
Distance
530 km
Typical fare
$30 – $60 USD per person
Frequency
Daily (1 direct overnight shuttle, or transfer via Guatemala City to Pullman)
First departure
Approx. 6:00 PM (overnight)
Last departure
Approx. 9:00 PM
Operators on this route
Adrenalina Tours direct shuttle · Atitrans · (Or transfer via GUA + ADN/Línea Dorada Pullman)
Pickup at Flores
Pullman terminals in Santa Elena (Flores's mainland twin town) — short causeway from Flores Island hostels
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 Flores → Antigua trip reverses the long Petén-to-highlands trek — south on CA-13 through the Petén jungle to Río Hondo, then southwest on CA-9 into Guatemala City + onward to Antigua. ~12 hours overnight. Most travelers prefer the GUA + Pullman + Antigua shuttle transfer route for the cama-class comfort.
Travel tips for Flores → Antigua Guatemala
- Take the overnight cama Pullman (~9 PM) to sleep through the long leg — arrive Guatemala City Zone 1 ~6 AM, then morning Antigua shuttle (~1 h).
- Cama class on Línea Dorada Maya de Oro or ADN premium is worth the extra $10–$15 for the comfort.
- Bring a hoodie + neck pillow + eye mask for sleeping on the bus.
- Pullman terminals are in Santa Elena, not on Flores Island — walk or tuk-tuk across the causeway (5 minutes).
- Fly if you have the budget — Flores (FRS) → GUA on TAG/Avianca is ~1 hour vs 9–10 by bus.
- Plan onward transit in Antigua — direct overnight arrives early morning; you can continue same-day to Lake Atitlán or the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Flores to Antigua?
**About 12 hours overnight** by direct tourist shuttle. **Transfer via GUA**: ~9–10 h Pullman to Guatemala City + ~1 h GUA → Antigua shuttle = ~10–11 h with transfer time.
How much does the bus from Flores to Antigua cost?
**$30 – $60 USD per person** for the direct overnight shuttle. **Transfer via GUA**: ~$35–$70 USD ($25–$50 Pullman + $10–$20 shuttle). **Flight option**: ~$90–$170 USD total (Flores → GUA flight + GUA → Antigua shuttle).
What's the best route from Flores to Antigua?
**Overnight Pullman cama + morning Antigua shuttle** is the most popular — comfortable reclining seats, sleep through, arrive Antigua mid-morning. **Direct overnight shuttle** for simplicity (no transfer). **Fly** for max time savings (~3 hours total).
Can I continue from Antigua to Lake Atitlán the same day?
**Yes — the standard pattern.** Overnight Pullman arrives GUA ~6 AM, then 1-h shuttle to Antigua arrives ~8 AM. Continue to Lake Atitlán on a midday Atitlán shuttle (~12 PM) to arrive Panajachel mid-afternoon.
When do overnight buses leave Flores for Antigua?
**Typically 9–10 PM Pullman departures** from Santa Elena terminals (ADN, Línea Dorada, Fuente del Norte) — sleep through the trip + arrive Guatemala City ~6 AM. The direct overnight shuttle (Adrenalina, Atitrans) departs ~6–8 PM.
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