What is the cheapest way to get from Carchi to Quito?

The cheapest way to get from Carchi to Quito is to bus which costs $6 - $17 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Carchi to Quito?

The fastest way to get from Carchi to Quito is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Carchi and Quito?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tulcán and arriving at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Carchi to Quito?

The distance between Carchi and Quito is 253 km. The road distance is 244.1 km.

How do I travel from Carchi to Quito without a car?

The best way to get from Carchi to Quito without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $6 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Carchi to Quito?

The bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe takes 5h including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Carchi to Quito bus from?

Carchi to Quito bus services, operated by Cooperativa Tax Gacela, depart from Tulcán station.

Where does the Carchi to Quito bus arrive?

Carchi to Quito bus services, operated by Cooperativa Tax Gacela, arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Carchi to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Carchi to Quito is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Carchi to Quito.

How do I get a bus ticket from Carchi to Quito?

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Carchi to Quito - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carchi to Quito by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Quito / ...
5h
$6–17
Drive 244.1 km
1. Drive from Tulcán to Quitocar 244.1 km
3h 35m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tulcán to Quitotaxi 244.1 km
3h 35m
$120–150
Bus via Ibarra
1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Ibarrabus Lago Agrio
2. Take the bus from Otavalo to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus Quito / ...
5h 14m
$15–24

Carchi to Quito by bus

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Distance: 252.7 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Carchi, Ecuador and Quito, Ecuador?

Cooperativa Tax Gacela operates a bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe hourly. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 5h. Seven other operators also service this route.

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