Users have highlighted the efficiency and friendliness of the staff, noting that their experience was enhanced by a comfortable bus ride. The service received high praise for its excellence, with additional appreciation for affordable ticket prices and safe driving practices. Overall, customers were very satisfied with their travel experience.
Transporte del Sol San Salvador Guatemala City recent customer reviews
Very efficient. Friendly staff. Comfortably bus and excellent service!
5 out of 5 stars
Adam E.
cheap ticket, safe drive, hospitality attendant, good service, excellent!
Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the friendly staff and comfortable seating. The journey was smooth with an early arrival and efficient border procedures. However, some travelers noted that communication could be challenging due to language barriers when explanations were given too quickly in Spanish.
Guatego San Salvador Guatemala City recent customer reviews
The staff were lovely, the seats were very comfortable and the driver was a safe driver. I felt very comfortable throughout
5 out of 5 stars
Fiona J.
Very fluent route, arrived even earlier than planned, good explanation at border (also very quick), food was not that nice and person on the bus spoke very quick (im not spanish) even after I told 2 times I don’t know what he said he kept saying it super fast without trying to explain it
Pullmantur offers 2 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at R 632. The quickest ride takes around 330. Pullmantur offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Salvador to Guatemala City start at R 611. The average price for this route is around R 611. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
The average bus journey time from San Salvador to Guatemala City is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 171 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Transporte del Sol.
Which bus companies service the San Salvador to Guatemala City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Transporte del Sol, Guatego, Pullmantur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
The earliest bus departs from San Salvador to Guatemala City at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
A bus trip from San Salvador to Guatemala City produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Transporte del Sol, with an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Guatego has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Guatego, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Guatego, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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R 594
07/12
R 1 537
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R 594
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The cheapest trip from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 594
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 R 594 to R 1 537 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 R 594, which is on 2025-12-09.
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.
The cheapest trip from San Salvador, SV to Guatemala City was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 594