What is the cheapest way to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba?

The cheapest way to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba is to bus via Riobamba which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba?

The fastest way to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between El Tambo (Station) and Riobamba?

No, there is no direct bus from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba. However, there are services departing from El Tambo and arriving at Riobamba via Cañar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba?

The distance between El Tambo (Station) and Riobamba is 193 km. The road distance is 172.2 km.

How do I travel from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba without a car?

The best way to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba bus from?

El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, depart from Cañar station.

Where does the El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba bus arrive?

El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional, arrive at Riobamba station.

Can I drive from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba?

Yes, the driving distance between El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba.

Where can I stay near Riobamba?

There are 88+ hotels available in Riobamba.

El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from El Tambo (Station) to Riobamba by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cañar to Riobambabus Loja
4h 45m
$9–13
Bus via Riobamba
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cañar to Riobambabus Cuenca
5h 35m
$6–9
Drive 172.2 km
1. Drive from El Tambo (Station) to Riobambacar 172.2 km
2h 57m
$10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Tambo (Station) to Riobambataxi 172.2 km
2h 57m
$95–120

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Distance: 193.5 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between El Tambo (Station), Ecuador and Riobamba, Ecuador?

Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional operates a bus from Cañar to Riobamba 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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