Belize City to Placencia

Placencia is in the south of Belize. A domestic flight takes about 45 minutes, and the drive via the scenic Hummingbird Highway about 3.5 hours.

The line follows the road via Belmopan, the Hummingbird Highway and the Placencia Road approximately.

By planeAbout 45 minutes

By carAbout 3.5 hours

By bus4–5 hours with changes

Scenic roadHummingbird Highway

By plane

Domestic flights from the international and municipal airports reach Placencia's airstrip in about 45 minutes, sometimes stopping in Dangriga. See Belize airports.

By car

Drive west to Belmopan, then take the Hummingbird Highway through the Maya Mountains to Dangriga, and continue on the Southern Highway and the Placencia Road. The trip takes about 3.5 hours; the Hummingbird Highway is one of the most scenic roads in Belize, passing the Blue Hole National Park and St Herman's Cave.

By bus

Take a bus to Dangriga and change for Placencia, or ride a southbound bus to Independence and cross to Placencia on the Hokey Pokey water taxi.

Plan Your Trip

🚐 TransfersShuttles to the south

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fastest way to get to Placencia?

A domestic flight, which takes about 45 minutes from Belize City.

Is the Hummingbird Highway paved?

Yes. It is paved, but winding, with speed bumps in villages.