Private car transfer
from Guatemala City to Panajachel

Door-to-door
in 2 h 50 min

From ...
per seat

Comfortable
car

One way

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2024

Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Guatemala City.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 50 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

113 km
2 h 50 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Guatemala City to Panajachel

A popular form of transportation from Guatemala City to Panajachel is taking a shuttle bus. Shuttles are direct, air-conditioned, and usually take 2.5 to 3 hours. We recommend a private shuttle or car, however there are also public buses, or you could take a taxi or rent a car.

For a convenient, secure trip from Guatemala City to Panajachel, book a private transfer service with Daytrip, whereby drivers will take care of your luggage and provide commentary on the journey. It is also the fastest way, clocking in at about 2.5 hours.

Taking a chicken bus from Guatemala City to Panajachel is an affordable option but can be a crowded, uncomfortable, and unpredictable ride. If you're traveling on a budget and have time to spare, it’s a local experience. However, consider a shuttle or private transport for more comfort and convenience.

On the connection from Guatemala City to Panajachel, enjoy scenic views of the highland mountains and lakes. You can stop at the charming town of Antigua, visit small local markets, or take in views of volcanic landscapes along the way.

To get from Guatemala City to La Aurora International Airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare, or Daytrip directly to the airport. Alternatively, you can use a shuttle service or take a public bus to the airport, about 6 km southeast of the city center.

Panajachel is approximately 110 kilometers (68 miles) from Guatemala City, which typically takes about 2.5 to 3 hours by car, depending on traffic and road conditions. You can travel by private vehicle, shuttle, or bus to your destination.

Visit these sights on the way

Antigua

Following a massive earthquake, this UNESCO-listed city had to be rebuilt, but it still maintained its Italian Renaissance-inspired layout. A Rebuilding Renaissance

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

Why people love Daytrip

4,800+ reviews

1,241 travelers took this route with us

Nov 9, 2024

Great communication with an actual person! They will take you ANYWHERE, No pre-set routes to choose from!

“Last minute plan change and Daytrip was our last resort so I chatted with them and had an immediate response from a real person, best situation ever. Never used Daytrip before but the reviews were incredible so we took the chance and booked a driver at like 11-12pm and by 7am the next morning when we woke, they found us a driver and the driver had already texed us making contact! Very impressed and will definitely use them again. We went from Dubrovnik, Croatia to Tivat, Montenegro.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler James B

James B

Nov 9, 2024

Nov 1, 2024

Perfect Transport

“Andreas did a great job picking us up from Pireaus Cruise Port and taking us to our rental in Spata. The three of us had been on a long cruise and had 9 pieces of luggage. He arrived in an appropriate vehicle and loaded and unloaded all of it. We are very happy with out decision to book with Daytrip.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler LuckyTraveler01

LuckyTraveler01

Nov 1, 2024

Oct 5, 2024

Great day

“The ride was fantastic. The diver was great, he was on time, very informative, and could not have been nicer. Definitely would do again”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Steve N

Steve N

Oct 5, 2024

Sep 30, 2024

Exactly what they promised

“We used Daytrip.com for 4 trips within Italy. This door-to-door service is not inexpensive. That said: All 4 drivers arrived on time. All spoke fluent English. All were excellent drivers, and all were kind and considerate. Lots of other things went wrong on this trip, but Daytrip.com did exactly what they promised.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Curious51658572354

Curious51658572354

Sep 30, 2024

Vehicle options for this trip

Most popular

Sedan

Comparable to aVolkswagen Passat

Passengers and luggage

Clean
Comfortable
Air conditioned
Handicapped accessible
Child seats
Pet friendly
Smoke-free

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Best reviews

SUV

Comparable to aToyota RAV 4

Passengers and luggage

All standard sedan features
Upgrade to larger vehicle
Chauffeur-style service
Extra amenities

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More options

Compact MPV

Comparable to aVolkswagen Touran

Passengers and luggage

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Van

Comparable to aMercedes Vito

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The Daytrip driver advantage

Local knowledge about the route from Guatemala City to Panajachel
Including available sights:
English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

Available 24/7
Close relationship with drivers
Experts on the route from Guatemala City to Panajachel

US +1 628 288 2020 UK +44 74 6040 2615 daytrip@daytrip.com

Flexible cancellation policy

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

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.

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