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How to Get to Lake Atitlán and Beyond

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Daily Shuttles: Getting to Lake Atitlán Region

Lake Atitlán is one of Guatemala’s most popular destinations, and there are several ways to reach it depending on your budget and preferences:

Guatemala City / International Airport La Aurora to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from Guatemala City / Airport La Aurora to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Guatemala City → San Pedro La LagunaQ2505:30 AM & 10:00 AM4-4.5 hoursbook here
Guatemala City → PanajachelQ2605:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM4 hoursbook here
Guatemala City → San Juan La LagunaQ2505:30 AM & 10:00 AM4-4.5hoursbook here
Guatemala City → San Marcos La LagunaQ2505:30 AM & 10:00 AM4-4.5 hoursbook here

Antigua to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from Antigua to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBooking
Antigua → San Pedro La LagunaQ15009:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 h 30 mBook here
Antigua → PanajachelQ1508:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM3 hBook here
Antigua → San Juan La LagunaQ1509:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 h 30 mBook here
Antigua → San Marcos La LagunaQ1509:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 h 30 mBook here

From Lanquín to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from Lanquín (Semuc Champey) to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ3398:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ3398:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ3398:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ3398:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Huehuetenango – San Pedro5:00am (Mon–Fri)5 hoursBook here
San Pedro – Chichi Market (Round Trip)Q1507:30 am (Thu & Sun)2.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel – Chichi Market (Round Trip)Q1508:00 am (Thu & Sun)2 hoursbook here
Xela → San Pedro La Laguna (2pax )Q2758:30 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La Laguna (2pax )Q2758:30 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La Laguna (2pax )Q2758:30 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ2429:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ2208:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ2429:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ2429:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La Laguna6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → Panajachel5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La Laguna6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La Laguna6 – 6.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Daily Shuttles: Leaving from Lake Atitlán

Lake Atitlán is one of Guatemala’s most popular destinations, and there are several ways to leave it depending on your budget and preferences:

From Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City / International Airport La Aurora

Daily shuttles from Lake Atitlan to Guatemala City / Airport La Aurora

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
San Pedro La Laguna → Guatemala City / AirportQ295 – Q3255:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel → Guatemala City / AirportQ275 – Q3005:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM4.5 – 5 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna → Guatemala City / AirportQ295 – Q3255:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → Guatemala City / AirportQ295 – Q3255:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here

Lake Atitlan to Antigua Guatemala

Daily shuttles from Lake Atitlan to Antigua

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
San Pedro La Laguna → AntiguaQ135 – Q1505:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM4 – 4.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel → AntiguaQ125 – Q1355:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM3.5 – 4 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna → AntiguaQ135 – Q1505:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM4 – 4.5 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → AntiguaQ135 – Q1505:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 2:30 PM4 – 4.5 hoursbook here

From Lake Atitlan to Lanquín (Semuc Champey)

Daily shuttles from Lake Atitlan to Lanquín (Semuc Champey)

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
San Pedro La Laguna → Lanquín (Semuc)Q285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel → Lanquín (Semuc)Q285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna → Lanquín (Semuc)Q285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → Lanquín (Semuc)Q285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

From Lake Atitlan to Other Destinations

Daily shuttles from Lake Atitlan to different destinations

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
San Pedro La Laguna → El ParedónQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
San Pedro La Laguna → MonterricoQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
San Pedro La Laguna → XelaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel → El ParedónQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
Panajachel → MonterricoQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Panajachel → XelaQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna → El ParedónQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna → MonterricoQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
San Juan La Laguna→ XelaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → El ParedónQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → MonterricoQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
San Marcos La Laguna → XelaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Daily Shuttles: Other destinations in Guatemala

Lake Atitlán is one of Guatemala’s most popular destinations, and there are several ways to reach it depending on your budget and preferences:

Central Guatemala

Daily shuttles in the central area of Guatemala

Destination / RouteNet Price (Q)Suggested Price (Q)ScheduleDurationBooking
Antigua → Guatemala City / Airport100125
El Paredón – Antigua100125
San Pedro – Huehuetenango (5am Mon–Fri)325360
Xela – Antigua (min 2 pax)225250
Antigua – Xela (min 2 pax)225250
Monterrico – Antigua (3pm)175225
Chichi – Antigua (2pm)100125
Chichi – Panajachel (2pm)100125

North Guatemala

Daily shuttles in North Guatemala

Destination / RouteNet Price (Q)Suggested Price (Q)ScheduleDurationBooking
San Pedro La Laguna – Río Dulce325360
San Pedro La Laguna – Flores400450
Panajachel – Flores475525
San Pedro – Monterrico (via Antigua, 5am)275325
Lanquín (Semuc Champey) – Guatemala225250
Lanquín (Semuc Champey) – Flores250275
Lanquín (Semuc Champey) – Río Dulce300350

International Shuttles

Daily shuttles from outside Guatemala

Destination / RouteNet Price (Q)Suggested Price (Q)ScheduleDurationBooking
San Pedro La Laguna to Belice650725
Panajachel – San Cristóbal (no boat)325360
San Pedro – San Cristóbal400450
Antigua – San Cristóbal450550
Playas San Salvador / Ruta de las Flores (via Antigua)435460
Santa Ana – San Salvador435460
San Salvador City (via Antigua)510550
Antigua – Playas San Salvador335400
León, Nicaragua650700
La Ceiba, Honduras10001050
Copán, Honduras435460
Luxe Bus to Belize150180

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

How to Travel within Lake Atitlan Region

Lake Atitlán has two main areas: the North, with Panajachel as capital, and the South, led by San Pedro. Travel within each by taxi, tuk-tuk, or boat; between them, only by boat.

How to travel in the south side of Lake Atitlan

The south area includes San Pedro, San Juan, San Pablo, San Marcos, and Santa Cruz. Within these towns you can use tuk-tuks and public boats. After Santa Cruz, you must take boats because there isn’t a continuous vehicle road.

Prices and when each option makes sense

•Tuk-tuk: Q10 per person from town to town. If you’re going more than two towns away, boats are usually better.
• Boat: From San Pedro to any of these towns costs Q20 per person; to Panajachel it’s Q35.

Service hours
• Tuk-tuks: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Boats: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Tip
Hopping by tuk-tuk from town to town is a fun way to explore and see more along the way.

Getting to Santiago Atitlán
The easiest way is the boat from San Pedro: Q25 per person; first boat at 6:00 a.m., last at 4:00 p.m. Alternatively, hire a private taxi from San Pedro to Santiago, available essentially 24/7.

*An option to explore all this without being rushed by schedules and with a fixed price, a private taxi is a great option.

How to get around the north side of Lake Atitlán

The north area includes Panajachel (the hub), Santa Catarina Palopó, and San Antonio Palopó. Within these towns you can use tuk-tuks and public boats. Toward Santa Cruz—and beyond to Jaibalito, Tzununa, and San Marcos—you’ll need boats because there isn’t a continuous vehicle road.
Prices and when each option makes sense
• Tuk-tuk: Q10 per person from town to town. If you’re going more than two towns away, boats are usually better.
• Boat: From Panajachel to these north-side villages costs Q20 per person; to San Pedro it’s Q35.
Service hours
• Tuk-tuks: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Boats: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tip
The tuk-tuk route Panajachel → Santa Catarina → San Antonio is a scenic, easy hop to explore local crafts and lake views.
Getting to San Marcos / Jaibalito / Tzununa
The easiest way is by boat from Panajachel: Q20 per person; first boat at 6:00 a.m., last at 7:00 p.m.

Getting between Panajachel and San Pedro

Getting between Panajachel and San Pedro (either direction) is by public boat (“lancha”). You have two options:

  • Village-hopping boats: stop at several towns; about 1 hour total.
  • Direct boats: go straight; about 30 minutes.

Price

  • Q35 per person for either option (prices can change seasonally).

Schedules

  • First departures start around 6:00 a.m.
  • Panajachel → San Pedro: last boat around 7:00 p.m.
  • San Pedro → Panajachel: last boat around 6:00 p.m.

Frequency

  • Village-hopping boats: roughly every 30 minutes.
  • Direct boats: no fixed timetable; they depart once ~15 passengers are on board.

Tip
If you need the last boat, arrive early and confirm on the dock, as timing and prices can vary with weather and demand.

*If you want to travel after these times you can opt for a private boat 24 hours a day.

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Private Taxi

For maximum flexibility and comfort, you can book a private taxi to or from Lake Atitlán. Service operates 24/7, with door-to-door pickup, luggage included, and experienced, reliable drivers. Prices start from $99, depending on the route.

Booking & More Info

How to use public transportation in Guatemala

Chicken Buses: The most economical option, less comfortable, but a great cultural experience. From any part of Guatemala to the Lake Atitlan region, all the details here:

How to use chicken buses (public buses) in Guatemala — Lake Atitlán area

What they are & what to expect

  • Colorful former school buses, often crowded (tight seats). Cultural adventure, basic comfort.

Where to catch them

  • Easiest: the main terminals in Panajachel and San Pedro.
  • Other villages: buses pass along main roads. There are no official stops—stand roadside and signal with your hand; they’ll stop. Ask locals for the nearest pickup point.

How to ride

  1. Flag the bus to stop.
  2. Get on and find a seat (or stand).
  3. Tell the cobrador your destination when paying.
  4. To get off, call out your stop a bit in advance.

How to use chicken buses

Useful direct routes

  • From Panajachel: Guatemala City, Quetzaltenango (Xela), and Antigua.
  • From San Pedro: Xela and Guatemala City.

If your destination isn’t direct

  • Ask the helper (cobrador): “Where do I get off to catch the next bus to ___?” They’ll point you to the transfer stop and next bus.

Schedules (flexible)

  • Departures exist but aren’t strictly kept. Generally run from about 3:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Go early and confirm at the terminal: “When’s the next bus to ___?”

Prices & payment

  • Typically Q30–Q60 depending on origin and destination.
  • Pay cash on board to the cobrador; carry small bills.

Tips

Safety & belongings

  • Keep your bag in front or between your legs; avoid showing phones, cameras, or expensive items.
  • On longer legs, reconfirm stops and transfers with the cobrador.

Final tip

  • Start at the Panajachel or San Pedro terminal, ask for the next bus to your destination, and confirm price and estimated time.

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

Other destinations to Lake Atitlan

Daily shuttles from different destinations to different towns in Lake Atitlan

Origin → DestinationPrice (Q)ScheduleDurationBook Here
Xela → San Pedro La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → PanajachelQ200 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM2.5 – 3 hoursbook here
Xela → San Juan La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
Xela → San Marcos La LagunaQ225 – Q2506:00 AM, 2:00 PM3 – 3.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Pedro La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → PanajachelQ180 – Q2005:00 AM, 9:00 AM5 – 5.5 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Juan La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
El Paredón → San Marcos La LagunaQ190 – Q2255:00 AM, 9:00 AM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Pedro La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → PanajachelQ250 – Q3005:00 AM, 3:00 PM5.5 – 6 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Juan La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Monterrico → San Marcos La LagunaQ275 – Q3255:00 AM, 3:00 PM6 – 6.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Pedro La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → PanajachelQ285 – Q3508:00 AM7.5 – 8 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Juan La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here
Lanquín → San Marcos La LagunaQ285 – Q3258:00 AM8 – 8.5 hoursbook here

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