What is the cheapest way to get from Ambato to Ibarra?

The cheapest way to get from Ambato to Ibarra is to bus which costs $7 - $50 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambato to Ibarra?

The fastest way to get from Ambato to Ibarra is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $13 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Ambato and Ibarra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambato and arriving at Ibarra. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Ambato to Ibarra?

The distance between Ambato and Ibarra is 245 km. The road distance is 244.9 km.

How do I travel from Ambato to Ibarra without a car?

The best way to get from Ambato to Ibarra without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $7 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Ambato to Ibarra?

The bus from Ambato to Ibarra takes 4h 50m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Ambato to Ibarra bus from?

Ambato to Ibarra bus services, operated by Cita Express, depart from Ambato station.

Where does the Ambato to Ibarra bus arrive?

Ambato to Ibarra bus services, operated by Cita Express, arrive at Ibarra station.

Can I drive from Ambato to Ibarra?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambato to Ibarra is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Ambato to Ibarra.

Where can I stay near Ibarra?

There are 199+ hotels available in Ibarra.

Ambato to Ibarra - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambato to Ibarra by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ambato to Ibarrabus Ambato
4h 50m
$7–50
Drive 244.9 km
1. Drive from Ambato to Ibarracar 244.9 km
3h 34m
$14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambato to Ibarrataxi 244.9 km
3h 34m
$100–130
Bus via Quito
1. Take the bus from Ambato to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Ambato
2. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Ibarrabus Quito Terminal Carcelén
5h 17m
$8–35

Ambato to Ibarra by bus

96Weekly Buses

4h 50mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Ambato, Ecuador and Ibarra, Ecuador?

Cita Express operates a bus from Ambato to Ibarra every 2 hours. Tickets cost $7–50 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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