Chiquimula is a municipality in Chiquimula department with a population of 111,505 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Department capital and eastern commercial hub, Gateway to Esquipulas and Honduras border, Largest market in eastern Guatemala. For department-level data, see Chiquimula. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
As the capital of Chiquimula department, Chiquimula has a full complement of government offices. The Municipalidad handles local services including boleto de ornato and IUSI property tax. National agencies such as RENAP (DPI and birth certificates), SAT (tax office), and PNC are all present in the city. The Gobernacion Departamental coordinates regional government services. For step-by-step guides on common procedures, see our tramites guide.
How to Get There
ChiquimulaCab is approximately 105 km from Guatemala City in a straight line. Road distance is longer and varies by route; the main route goes through Chiquimula department.
From Guatemala City:
- By bus: This page does not name a bus operator, terminal or fare: we print those only from an operator’s own timetable. Our sourced route guide for Chiquimula department: Guatemala City to Esquipulas.
- Update 26 October 2026, bus terminal: this page now names one terminal. Rutas Orientales’ own agencies page lists its Chiquimula stop as Terminal de buses, 11 Av. Zona 1. It is an address, not a timetable; the agencies page does not list luggage storage or onward connection times.
- By car: Take the main highway through Chiquimula. Road conditions vary; check CONRED for updates.
- By shuttle: The transport hub lists the shuttle routes we have checked against the sellers’ own timetables.
Check our transportation guide and today’s gas prices.
Local Festivals & Ferias
ChiquimulaCab celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:
- Feria de Chiquimula (Virgen del Tránsito) — August
Guatemala’s ferias feature traditional dances, marimba music, processions, food stalls, and community celebrations. See our complete ferias calendar for feria dates by municipality.
Local Costs & Services
Live price links for ChiquimulaCab (Chiquimula department):
- Current fuel prices: see our gas prices page.
- Exchange rate: Check today’s live rate
Compare remittance rates and check the cost of living calculator for detailed budgets.
Safety Overview
The safety score in the Key Stats section above is our own map rating, not an official figure.
Emergency contacts:
- CONRED (disaster): 119
- Police (PNC): 110
- Fire department: 122
- Cruz Roja (Red Cross): 125
- Tourist assistance (ASISTUR, INGUAT): 1500
Read our full Guatemala safety guide for department-by-department data.
Explore Chiquimula Department
ChiquimulaCab is one of the municipalities in Chiquimula department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- Chiquimula department overview
- Exchange rates — updated daily
- Remittance comparison — find the cheapest way to send money
- Weather forecast — current conditions
- Guatemala safety map — department-by-department