Find coaches from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City

Next departures

Next departures from San Salvador to Guatemala City on 24 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transporte del Sol
Terminal De Occidente
Metroplaza Guatemala Cheapest
Guatego
Hotel Sheraton President
Holiday Inn Guatemala CityFastest
Transporte del Sol
Terminal De Occidente
Metroplaza Guatemala No tags
Guatego
Hotel Sheraton President
Holiday Inn Guatemala CityNo tags
Transporte del Sol
Terminal De Occidente
Metroplaza Guatemala No tags

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Get from San Salvador to Guatemala City

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The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
5h 30mAverage duration
103 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$35
Average bus trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure05:00
Distance103 miles
Latest bus departure18:00

San Salvador to Guatemala City Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Salvador to Guatemala City. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Salvador to Guatemala City.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Salvador to Guatemala City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Salvador, SV - Guatemala City

  1. How far is Guatemala City from San Salvador by coach?

    The journey from San Salvador to Guatemala City by coach covers an approximate distance of 109 miles (175 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Guatemala City from San Salvador without a car?

    The best way to go from San Salvador to Guatemala City without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$35
22/10
US$35
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US$35
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US$35
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US$35
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US$35
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US$35
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US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City was searched and found on 21 Oct 2025 with a price of US$35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$88 for a bus ticket from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-10-24.

Usually Guatego will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Salvador and Guatemala City!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Salvador to Guatemala City.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Salvador to Guatemala City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Salvador to Guatemala City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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