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Trucking · Mexico → Guatemala City

Cross-Border Trucking from Mexico to Guatemala City

Mexico to Guatemala City is about 1,199 km by road, crossing the border at Ciudad Hidalgo – Tecún Umán (Guatemala). Plan on 3–7 days door to door, including the border crossing.

Distance
1,199 km
Transit
3–7 days
Service
FTL & LTL
1,199 km
Shortest pair
3–7 days
Estimated transit
Ciudad Hidalgo
Border crossing
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

We move full truckloads and consolidated shipments with verified carriers, and coordinate customs on both sides when the lane is international.

Origin
Mexico
Destination
Guatemala City, Guatemala
Distance
from 1,199 km
Estimated transit
3–7 days
Border crossing
Ciudad Hidalgo – Tecún Umán (Guatemala)
Equipment
53' dry van · flatbed · reefer · FTL/LTL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main city pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
PueblaGuatemala City1,199 km3–5 days
Mexico CityGuatemala City1,326 km4–6 days
QuerétaroGuatemala City1,548 km4–6 days
LeónGuatemala City1,723 km4–6 days
San Luis PotosíGuatemala City1,737 km4–6 days
GuadalajaraGuatemala City1,875 km4–6 days
MonterreyGuatemala City2,031 km5–7 days
SaltilloGuatemala City2,056 km5–7 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and unit assignment

    Tell us origin, destination, cargo and unit type; we assign a verified carrier.

  2. 02

    Loading

    Loading in Mexico with the transport documents in order.

  3. 03

    Line haul

    About 1,199 km of road, 3–7 days including loading windows.

  4. 04

    Border crossing

    Crossing via Ciudad Hidalgo – Tecún Umán (Guatemala): export and import clearance, transfer truck when required.

  5. 05

    Delivery

    Delivery in Guatemala City with proof of delivery.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Guatemala

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration under Guatemala customs rules
  • Mexican export pedimento at origin

What drives the price on this lane

  • Full truckload (FTL) vs. less-than-truckload (LTL)
  • Distance and unit type (dry van, flatbed, reefer)
  • Border crossing and transfer truck when the lane is international
  • Customs clearance on each side of the border
  • Loading/unloading time and detention
  • Cargo insurance

Mexico · DOF

Exchange rate used for Mexican customs

$18.0710 MXN

USD FIX published in the DOF on September 30, 2026

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does trucking from Mexico to Guatemala City take?+

Estimated transit is 3–7 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is Mexico from Guatemala City?+

The shortest pair is 1,199 km by road.

How much does trucking from Mexico to Guatemala City cost?+

It depends on unit type and whether it is FTL or LTL, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

What documents do I need to import into Guatemala?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Carta Porte (CFDI with Carta Porte complement) for the Mexican leg; Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Guatemala customs rules.

Do you handle Mexican customs?+

Yes. We coordinate the customs clearance in Mexico with licensed customs broker partners, so freight and customs move under one quote.

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

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