Travel is a great way to learn more about the world we live in. While some destinations are more popular than others you can always look for options that allow you to travel less-traveled places. If you are someone who loves to explore the history, ancient ruins, colonial architecture, and plenty of lush rainforest you must try Guatemala. On the other hand, the neighboring country of Belize is equally good when it comes to incredible wildlife, Mayan ruins and plenty of beaches and water sports activities. If you are planning a trip to Central America you can visit both these countries in the same itinerary. 

However, it is essential that you know how to get from Belize to Guatemala to help you make the most of your bi-country trip.

Via Bus

One of the best and cheapest ways to travel from Belize to Guatemala is via road. This is probably why you can choose to take the bus trip which would be the most cost-effective way. You can find ample bus operators that would take you from Belize City in Belize to Flores in Guatemala. It takes around 4 hours to reach from Belize City to Flores. However, you will need to make sure that you have all the necessary travel documents ready for passport control when the bus reaches Aduana Melchor de Mencos. Also, various bus operators will have different numbers of bus stops along the way and this can affect the duration of the trip. Similarly, you can also choose to take a bus route from Belmopan and San Ignacio and head towards Flores, Guatemala City or Antigua.

 Via Car

You can also travel from Belize to Guatemala using a private van or car. If you are traveling with a family you can choose a private vehicle which will make the journey easier for you. This also ensures that you can travel with more luggage compared to what the bus offers. Both the bus and private vehicle will travel through the same route and passengers have to keep their travel documents ready at Aduana Melchor de Mencos. 

Via Flight

If you are interested in saving time and want to cover Belize to Guatemala trip quickly you can make use of flight options. The flight duration from Goldson International Airport in Belize to Mundo Maya International Airport in Guatemala is approximately two hours. This is the fastest way to reach from Belize to Guatemala. Also, it can reduce your travel time in half and provide you with more comfort in moving from one country to another. Similarly, if you are planning to travel from Belize City to Guatemala City choosing the flight option can help you minimize your travel to a great extent as you can cover the distance in an hour. You can also catch flights from Goldson International Airport in Belize to La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City. However, this can impact your budget as flight tickets are more expensive than bus tickets or private vehicle charges. 

Via Ferry

If you are in Punta Gorda in Belize, you can reach Livingston in Guatemala via ferry.  This is the fastest and the most cost-effective way to move from one country to another. The ferry departs from Punta Gorda Municipal Pier five times a week. You can further take a boat from Livingston to Rio Dulce. From Rio Dulce, you can find connecting buses and private vehicles that can further take you to Guatemala City, Flores and Antigua. Similarly, you can also take a boat from Livingston to Puerto Barrios and then further take a bus or car to Flores, Antigua and Guatemala City.