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Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala Shuttle

From $10 per seat · every 1–2 hours, 6 AM–9 PM · ~75 min · door-to-door

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Nobody flies into Antigua — you fly into Guatemala City and drive the last 45 km. That makes this the busiest shuttle route in the country: door-to-door vans meet international arrivals at La Aurora International Airport (GUA), collect from Zona Viva hotels in Zones 9, 10, 13 and 14, and deliver you straight to your hotel's doorstep near Parque Central, La Merced or the Calle del Arco — often within two hours of clearing customs.

Seats cost $10–$20 USD (Q75–Q155) and vans leave every 1–2 hours from about 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, timed to the day's international arrival banks. Adrenalina Tours, Atitrans, GO Travel Guatemala, Pumpkin Tours and Bekol Tours all run the route — book your seat with Spring Bus and the operator confirms your pickup. The shared van is the obvious pick for solo travelers and couples with normal luggage; if you're landing late, traveling with kids and car seats, or can't afford a missed connection, the private charter below is built for exactly that.

Per-seat pricing · fixed departures · pay online

Shuttle details at a glance

Door-to-door time

1 h 15 min

Distance

45 km

Shared seat

$10 – $20 USD per person

approx. Q75–Q155

Private charter

typically $40–$80 USD per vehicle (1–12 passengers) — confirmed via quote

Departures

Very frequent (shuttles every 1–2 hours from the airport)

First departure

Approx. 6:00 AM

Last departure: Approx. 9:00 PM (matched to international arrivals)

Operators on this route

Adrenalina Tours · Atitrans · GO Travel Guatemala · Pumpkin Tours · Bekol Tours

Shuttles are operated by vetted local partners and booked through Spring Bus.

Pickup in Guatemala City

La Aurora International Airport (GUA) arrivals and Zona Viva hotels (Zones 9, 10, 13 and 14)

Drop-off in Antigua Guatemala

Door-to-door at Antigua hotels and hostels (Parque Central, La Merced and Calle del Arco area)

Shared shuttle: Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala

At La Aurora, your driver meets you in the arrivals area after customs, holding a sign with your name or the operator's logo — the curb outside arrivals is compact and busy, so knowing who you're looking for matters. The exact meeting point varies by company, so confirm it when booking, and always attach your flight number so the driver tracks your actual landing instead of a guess. Already in the capital? The same shuttles collect from hotels across the Zona Viva — Zones 9, 10, 13 and 14 — which covers most business hotels and the airport-adjacent stays in Zone 13.

One thing to know before you buy the cheapest seat: shared shuttles run to a timetable, not to your flight — if you land late, the van leaves without you. That's the strongest argument for choosing a departure with buffer after your scheduled arrival, or going private if the connection is tight. Each seat includes one checked-size bag plus a daypack; surfboards and bike boxes travel fine if you declare them ahead so rack space is reserved. Pricing is per seat at $10–$20 (Q75–Q155) depending on operator and time slot, and the Antigua end is door-to-door — central addresses near Parque Central and La Merced are usually first off the van.

Per-seat pricing · fixed departures · pay online

About the ride

The drive covers 45 km in about 75 minutes, climbing out of the capital's sprawl into cooler pine-and-coffee highlands before dropping into Antigua's valley, with Volcán de Agua filling the windshield on the final descent. The road is fully paved and comfortable; the only real variable is Guatemala City traffic, which can stretch an evening departure well past the typical figure — treat 75 minutes as the norm, not a promise, and leave margin if you have same-day plans in Antigua.

Private shuttle from Guatemala City to Antigua Guatemala

Go private when the schedule matters more than the seat price: a flight that lands after the ~9:00 PM last shared departure, a delayed arrival no timetable will wait for, a family with car seats and a luggage mountain, or a group of four or more — at that size, splitting a van often costs about the same per head as shared seats. The driver tracks your flight into La Aurora, waits if it's late, meets you at arrivals and drives only to your address.

Pricing is per vehicle, not per person: typically $40–$80 USD for 1 to 12 passengers on this route, with the final figure depending on vehicle size and date. Request a quote through Spring Bus and we'll lock in the exact price, pickup time and meeting point with the operator before you pay.

Per-vehicle pricing · flexible departure · 1–12 passengers

Travel tips for this shuttle

  • Book before you land. Vans are timed to arrival banks and seats sell out around peak flight clusters; reserving with your flight number attached means the operator is expecting you, not hoping for you.
  • Don't cut it close on the last shuttle. Shared vans leave on schedule and won't wait for a delayed flight — if you land near 9:00 PM, book a private pickup that tracks your arrival instead.
  • Know your Antigua address. Drop-off is door-to-door, so have the hotel name and street ready — it speeds the drop order for the whole van.
  • Withdraw quetzales at La Aurora. The fare is prepaid, but the airport ATMs are your easiest cash stop before Antigua, and small notes cover tips and snacks.
  • Pad the schedule at rush hour. Late-afternoon departures out of the capital can stretch the 75-minute run; if you have a same-day tour in Antigua, take an earlier van.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the shuttle from Guatemala City to Antigua?

A shared shuttle seat costs $10–$20 USD (Q75–Q155), depending on operator and departure time, for the door-to-door run of about 75 minutes from La Aurora Airport or a Zona Viva hotel to your Antigua address. A private van for 1 to 12 passengers costs $40–$80 USD per vehicle rather than per person.

Where does the shuttle pick up at La Aurora Airport?

In the arrivals area, after you clear immigration and customs — the driver waits with a sign showing your name or the operator's logo. The exact spot varies by company, so check yours when you book, and share your flight number so the pickup is timed to your actual landing.

Can I be picked up from a hotel in Guatemala City instead?

Yes. Shared shuttles collect from hotels across the Zona Viva — Zones 9, 10, 13 and 14 — which covers most of the capital's tourist and business accommodation. Staying outside those zones? A private charter picks up from any address you name.

How long does the shuttle take door-to-door?

About 75 minutes for the 45 km under normal conditions. Guatemala City traffic is the wildcard — rush-hour departures can add noticeably, while early-morning runs are often quicker. Your spot in the Antigua drop-off order adds a few minutes at most, since the central grid is compact.

What happens if my flight into GUA is delayed?

Shared vans leave on schedule and won't hold for a late flight. Because departures run every 1–2 hours until roughly 9:00 PM, a moderate delay usually just means catching the next van. For late-evening landings or tight onward plans, a private charter that tracks your flight and waits at arrivals is the reliable answer.

Can I book a private shuttle?

Yes — a dedicated van and driver for 1 to 12 passengers, typically $40–$80 USD per vehicle, with your own pickup time and meeting point. Request a quote and we'll settle the exact price and vehicle size with the operator before you pay anything.

Where exactly will I be dropped off in Antigua?

At the door of your hotel or hostel. Drivers work the whole central grid — Parque Central, La Merced, the Calle del Arco area and the surrounding streets — dropping passengers one by one, so give the property name and street when you book and the driver plans the order.

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