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

The cheapest way to get from Ambato to Manabí is to bus which costs $11 - $21 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambato to Manabí is to bus and car and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $110 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Ambato and Manabí?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambato and arriving at Portoviejo. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Ambato to Manabí?

The distance between Ambato and Manabí is 360 km. The road distance is 304.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ambato to Manabí without a car is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs $11 - $21.

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

The bus from Ambato to Portoviejo takes 6h 27m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ambato to Manabí bus from?

Ambato to Manabí bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, depart from Ambato station.

Where does the Ambato to Manabí bus arrive?

Ambato to Manabí bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Portoviejo station.

Can I drive from Ambato to Manabí?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambato to Manabí is 304 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Ambato to Manabí.

Where can I stay near Manabí?

There are 40+ hotels available in Manabí.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ambato to Portoviejobus Manta / ...
6h 27m
$11–21
Drive 304.4 km
1. Drive from Ambato to Portoviejocar 304.4 km
5h 46m
$18–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambato to Portoviejotaxi 304.4 km
5h 46m
$130–160
Bus, car, fly
1. Take the bus from San Miguel de Salcedo to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
2. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
3. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane UIO - MEC
5h 28m
$114–245

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) flights

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50 minAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.2 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

Reina del Camino operates a bus from Ambato to Portoviejo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $12–17 and the journey takes 6h 27m. BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo also services this route once daily.

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