For most travelers, a pre-booked shared cross-border shuttle is the simplest option from San Cristóbal to Antigua. It is a full travel day because the trip includes passenger pickups, the international crossing and a vehicle change.
At a glance
- Departure example: 06:00
- Fare examples: about USD 75–80 per person
- Journey examples: roughly 11–13 hours
- Border: expect a vehicle change during the crossing
- Service pattern: several operators publish weekday service
The figures are August 2026 operator snapshots, not a universal timetable.
Pickup, drop-off and booking terms
Confirm the exact San Cristóbal pickup point and Antigua drop-off before paying. Operators may use different meeting points and commercial conditions.
Check the service day, luggage allowance and cancellation terms as well. Road conditions, passenger pickups and border processing can change the arrival time.
For local transport to the pickup point, see Getting Around San Cristóbal.
Border documents
Carry your valid physical passport and check the immigration requirements that apply to your nationality and status with the official Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración (IGM) and Mexico's Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM).
Do not assume there is one universal border fee or procedure. Confirm the current process before departure.
If the shuttle uses the common Ciudad Cuauhtémoc–La Mesilla crossing, check the Mexico–Guatemala Land Border guide. Confirm the actual crossing with the operator.
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