Trucking · United States → Guatemala
Cross-Border Trucking from United States to Guatemala
United States to Guatemala is about 2,141 km by road. Plan on 4–8 days door to door.
- Distance
- 2,141 km
- Transit
- 4–8 days
- Service
- FTL & LTL
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
- United States
- Destination
- Guatemala
- Distance
- from 2,141 km
- Estimated transit
- 4–8 days
- Equipment
- 53' dry van · flatbed · reefer · FTL/LTL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main city pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | Guatemala City | 2,141 km | 4–5 days |
| San Antonio | Guatemala City | 2,241 km | 4–5 days |
| Dallas | Guatemala City | 2,582 km | 4–5 days |
| Atlanta | Guatemala City | 2,700 km | 5–6 days |
| Phoenix | Guatemala City | 3,679 km | 6–7 days |
| Chicago | Guatemala City | 3,712 km | 6–7 days |
| Detroit | Guatemala City | 3,858 km | 6–7 days |
| Los Angeles | Guatemala City | 4,297 km | 7–8 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and unit assignment
Tell us origin, destination, cargo and unit type; we assign a verified carrier.
- 02
Loading
Loading in United States with the transport documents in order.
- 03
Line haul
About 2,141 km of road, 4–8 days including loading windows.
- 04
Delivery
Delivery in Guatemala 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
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
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does trucking from United States to Guatemala take?+
Estimated transit is 4–8 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is United States from Guatemala?+
The shortest pair is 2,141 km by road.
How much does trucking from United States to Guatemala 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.
From United States to other destinations in Guatemala
Other origins in United States to Guatemala
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.