What is the cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The cheapest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to bus which costs $19 - $25 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The fastest way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Cuenca and Portoviejo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cuenca to Portoviejo. However, there are services departing from Cuenca and arriving at Portoviejo via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and Jipijapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The distance between Cuenca and Portoviejo is 404 km. The road distance is 361.3 km.

How do I travel from Cuenca to Portoviejo without a car?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo without a car is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 7h 39m and costs $28 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cuenca to Portoviejo bus from?

Cuenca to Portoviejo bus services, operated by Super Taxis Cuenca, depart from Cuenca station.

Bus or fly from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

The best way to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 7h 39m and costs $28 - $40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $350 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Cuenca to Portoviejo bus arrive?

Cuenca to Portoviejo bus services, operated by Super Taxis Cuenca, arrive at Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

Can I drive from Cuenca to Portoviejo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cuenca to Portoviejo is 361 km. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Cuenca to Portoviejo.

Where can I stay near Portoviejo?

There are 35+ hotels available in Portoviejo.

Cuenca to Portoviejo - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cuenca to Portoviejo by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Jipijapa
best
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Jipijapabus
3. Take the bus from Jipijapa to Portoviejobus
7h 39m
$28–36
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
8h
$18–48
Drive 361.3 km
1. Drive from Cuenca to Portoviejocar 361.3 km
6h
$21–30
Fly
1. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane CUE - MEC
4h 37m
$144–348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
7h 45m
$19–24
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Cuenca
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
8h 10m
$19–27

Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) flights

11Weekly Planes

4h 19mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 403.8 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Cuenca, Ecuador and Portoviejo, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Cuenca to Portoviejo via Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and Jipijapa in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) twice daily.

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