Bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Gracias
Local buses + pickup colectivos · ~1 hour · $3-7 USD · Multiple daily in western highlands
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The Santa Rosa de Copán → Gracias route is a short hop south into the western highlands — ~1 hour. Gracias is a beautifully preserved colonial town + the gateway to Celaque National Park + Honduras's tallest peak.
Spring Bus connects you to operators on this route — local buses + pickup colectivos ($3-7 USD, ~1 hour, multiple daily). No Pullman service on this short route.
Route details: Santa Rosa de Copán to Gracias
Travel time
1 h
Distance
50 km
Typical fare
$3 – $7 USD per person
Frequency
Multiple daily local buses + pickup colectivos
First departure
Approx. 6:00 AM
Last departure
Approx. 5:30 PM
Operators on this route
Local buses · Pickup colectivos
Pickup at Santa Rosa de Copán
Santa Rosa de Copán central bus terminal
Drop-off at Gracias
Gracias central bus terminal — short walk to central plaza + most hotels; taxi or pickup to Aguas Termales (~6 km) + Celaque NP (~9 km)
About the journey
The Santa Rosa de Copán → Gracias route is a short hop south into the western highlands — ~1 hour. Gracias is the colonial town + gateway to Celaque National Park with Cerro Las Minas (2,870m — Honduras's highest peak).
Travel tips for Santa Rosa de Copán → Gracias
- Aguas Termales hot springs are the area's signature relaxation experience — ~6 km from Gracias town.
- Celaque National Park — day hikes to El Gallo waterfall (~$5 USD entry) + 2-day overnight Cerro Las Minas summit hike (mandatory guide $50-80 USD/person).
- Cerro Las Minas (2,870m — Honduras's highest peak) — one of Central America's best high-altitude cloud-forest treks.
- Mountain climate (10-22°C at 760 m altitude) — bring layers.
- Hotel Posada de Don Juan + Hotel Guancascos are the established mid-range options in central Gracias.
- Combine with Copán Ruinas for full western highlands trip — Gracias → Santa Rosa → Copán Ruinas (~3.5 h total).
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Gracias?
**About 1 hour** on local bus or pickup colectivo.
How much is the bus from Santa Rosa de Copán to Gracias?
**$3-7 USD per person** on local bus or pickup colectivo.
Why visit Gracias?
**Beautifully preserved colonial town** + gateway to **Celaque National Park** with **Cerro Las Minas (2,870m — Honduras's highest peak)**. Briefly the colonial capital of all Central America in 1544-1549. Famous Aguas Termales hot springs ~6 km from town.
Can I hike Cerro Las Minas from Gracias?
**Yes — the 2-day overnight summit hike** is the highlight, with mandatory guide ($50-80 USD/person, basic camp at 2,200 m altitude). One of Central America's best high-altitude cloud-forest treks. Easier day hikes to El Gallo waterfall from the visitor center.
What time do buses leave Santa Rosa de Copán for Gracias?
**Multiple daily — typically 6 AM, 8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM, 5:30 PM**. Pickup colectivos run more frequently.
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