Bus from Guatemala City to Flores
Pullman + overnight cama buses · ~9–10 hours · $25–$50 USD · Multiple daily departures
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The Guatemala City → Flores Pullman is the standard overnight transit to Tikal — the country's most-visited Maya site. Most travelers take an overnight bus to arrive Flores around dawn and continue immediately by shuttle to Tikal (~1 hour).
Spring Bus connects you to operators running this route — ADN (Autobuses del Norte, premium service), Línea Dorada Maya de Oro (upscale cama class), Fuente del Norte, and Rosita all run multiple daily departures. Reserved seats, A/C, $25–$50 USD per ticket depending on class. Cama (bed) class with fully reclining seats runs $40–$50; standard semi-cama $25–$35.
Route details: Guatemala City to Flores
Travel time
9 h
Distance
500 km
Typical fare
$25 – $50 USD per person
Frequency
Multiple daily including overnight Pullmans (camas)
First departure
Approx. 6:00 AM
Last departure
Approx. 10:00 PM (overnight)
Operators on this route
ADN · Línea Dorada (Maya de Oro) · Fuente del Norte · Rosita
Pickup at Guatemala City
Pullman terminals in Zone 1: ADN (8a Avenida 16-41), Línea Dorada (16 Calle 10-03), Fuente del Norte (17 Calle 8-46)
Drop-off at Flores
Pullman terminals in Santa Elena (Flores's mainland twin town): ADN, Línea Dorada, Fuente del Norte — short causeway walk or tuk-tuk to Flores Island hostels
About the journey
The Guatemala City → Flores Pullman is Guatemala's longest standard bus route — buses head northeast on CA-9 through El Rancho + Río Hondo, then turn north on CA-13 through Morales + Modesto Méndez and the long Petén lowland jungle stretch to Flores. Total ~9–10 hours typically overnight; reclining-seat cama (bed) class Pullmans on Línea Dorada's Maya de Oro service or ADN's premium runs make the trip more comfortable. Most travelers take an overnight Pullman (~9 PM departure, arrive Flores ~6 AM for the morning Tikal shuttle).
Travel tips for Guatemala City → Flores
- Take an overnight cama Pullman (~9 PM departure) to arrive Flores ~6 AM — perfect timing for the sunrise Tikal shuttle.
- Línea Dorada Maya de Oro and ADN premium have the best comfort — reclining seats, A/C, onboard bathroom, sometimes meal service.
- Bring a hoodie + neck pillow + eye mask — A/C is aggressive, comfortable sleeping setup matters for the 9-hour trip.
- Pre-book at least 2 days ahead in high season (Dec–Apr, July–Aug) — overnight Pullmans fill quickly.
- Alternative: TAG Airlines or Avianca flight GUA → Flores (FRS) ~1 hour, $80–$150 USD — for travelers prioritizing time.
- Pullman terminals are in Zone 1 Guatemala City — taxi from GUA airport ~Q60–80 (US$8–10), ~25 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Guatemala City to Flores?
**About 9–10 hours** on Pullman service — CA-9 northeast through El Rancho + Río Hondo, then CA-13 north through the Petén lowland jungle to Flores. Most travelers take an overnight bus to sleep through the trip.
How much is the Pullman from Guatemala City to Flores?
**$25 – $50 USD per person** depending on class — **cama (bed) class** on Línea Dorada Maya de Oro or ADN premium runs $40–$50 with fully reclining seats; **standard semi-cama** runs $25–$35; budget Rosita/Fuente del Norte from $20.
What time do overnight buses leave Guatemala City for Flores?
**Typically 9 PM and 10 PM departures** for the overnight Pullman to arrive Flores ~6 AM. Multiple daytime departures also run (6 AM, 10 AM, 2 PM) for travelers who prefer to see the route.
Should I take the bus or fly to Flores?
**Take the overnight cama Pullman** for budget travel ($25–$50, 9 h, sleep through) — popular with backpackers. **Fly TAG Airlines or Avianca** ($80–$150, 1 h) if you're prioritizing time. Most travelers fly one direction + bus the other to experience both.
Can I continue from Flores to Tikal same day after arriving?
**Yes — the standard pattern.** Overnight Pullman arrives Flores ~6 AM, walk or tuk-tuk to your Flores Island hostel (drop bags), then catch a Tikal shuttle (8 AM or 6 AM sunrise shuttle, ~1 h, $8–$15 USD).
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