Scenic view of Panajachel - destination for private car transfer from Antigua

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Private car transfer from Antigua to Panajachel

Door-to-door
in 2 h 20 min

From €25
per seat

Comfortable
car

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Antigua.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 20 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Panajachel.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

77 km2 h 20 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Antigua to Panajachel

What is the fastest way to get from Antigua to Panajachel?

Most of the routes to Panajachel from Antigua are comparable in terms of time commitment. The fastest option on paper is the direct bus, which takes only one hour, but by the time you travel to and from your accommodation and the bus stop in either city, this option takes just as long as driving or taking a private service such as Daytrip.

What is the easiest way to get from Antigua to Panajachel?

The easiest way for most travelers to get from Antigua to Panajachel is to take a private driving transfer that provides you with door-to-door service and negates the time and money spent navigating to and from public transportation stations.

When to visit Panajachel?

Visiting Panajachel is best done in the shoulder months of the dry season (namely October and May) because it grants you the best chance at beating the crowds while still avoiding the worst of the rainy season.

Is there a bus from Antigua to Panajachel?

There are several bus routes from Antigua to Panajachel, taking between 1 and 2.5 hours. Tickets cost anywhere from $18 to as much as $150 depending on the bus company with which you book.

Is there a shuttle to Panajachel from Antigua?

There are shuttle services that operate from Antigua to Panajachel, and they take around as long as the bus (one hour at their fastest.) Likewise, prices vary from $18-180 spending on the shuttle company used.

Is Panajachel worth visiting?

Panajachel is absolutely worth visiting for its proximity to Lake Atitlan, as it is the most popular town on the lake and offers fantastic amenities to travelers as well as easy accessibility to the surrounding nature preserves.

Visit these sights on the way

La Azotea

On this historic coffee plantation you can learn about everything from coffee to Mayan instruments. Coffee Culture

Museo Casa Del Tejido Antiguo

Mayan history, culture, textile traditions, and Guatemala's national dish are shared with visitors at this museum. Where History Looms

Valhalla Macadamia Farm

This organic nut farm helps support the local community while serving up heavenly pancakes and other nut-based goodies. Nut Heaven

Iximche

This small Mayan city briefly served Guatemala’s first capital under the Spanish... until their alliance fell apart. The Culture Clash Capital

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Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.

For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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