What is the cheapest way to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes?

The cheapest way to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes is to bus via Ipiales which costs $130 - $200 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes?

The fastest way to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes is to fly and drive which takes 7h 43m and costs $260 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Cúcuta and Tumbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cúcuta to Tumbes. However, there are services departing from Cúcuta and arriving at Tumbes via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe, Babahoyo and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 10m.

How far is it from Cúcuta to Tumbes?

The distance between Cúcuta and Tumbes is 1585 km. The road distance is 2179.1 km.

How do I travel from Cúcuta to Tumbes without a car?

The best way to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes without a car is to bus which takes 33h 10m and costs $150 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cúcuta to Tumbes bus from?

Cúcuta to Tumbes bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Cúcuta station.

Where does the Cúcuta to Tumbes bus arrive?

Cúcuta to Tumbes bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Can I drive from Cúcuta to Tumbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cúcuta to Tumbes is 2179 km. It takes approximately 32h 51m to drive from Cúcuta to Tumbes.

Where can I stay near Tumbes?

There are 34+ hotels available in Tumbes.

Cúcuta to Tumbes - 5 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cúcuta to Tumbes by plane, car, or bus

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR)plane CUC - ETR
2. Drive from Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) to Tumbescar
7h 43m
$266–1,122
Bus via Ipiales
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Cúcuta to Terminal de Transporte Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tumbesbus
2d 4h
$132–196
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Cúcuta to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Zapotillobus
3. Drive from Zapotillo to Tumbescar
31h 4m
$170–223
Drive 2,179.1 km
1. Drive from Cúcuta to Tumbescar 2,179.1 km
32h 51m
$328–474
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cúcuta to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Babahoyobus
3. Take the bus from Babahoyo to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
4. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tumbesbus
33h 10m
$150–200

Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) flights

7Weekly Planes

9h 33mAverage Duration

$252Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,585.3 km
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Cúcuta, Colombia and Tumbes, Peru?

You can take a vehicle from Cúcuta to Tumbes via Cúcuta, Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe, Babahoyo, and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 33h 10m.

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