What is the cheapest way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

The cheapest way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador is to bus which costs $7 - $35 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

The fastest way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador is to fly which takes 59 min and costs $80 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Guayaquil and Cuenca, Ecuador?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and arriving at Cuenca. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

The distance between Guayaquil and Cuenca, Ecuador is 130 km. The road distance is 195.2 km.

How do I travel from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador without a car?

The best way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $7 - $35.

Where do I catch the Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador bus from?

Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador bus services, operated by Transporte Ejecutivo San Luis, depart from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

Bus or fly from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

The best way to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador is to fly which takes 59 min and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $35 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador bus arrive?

Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador bus services, operated by Transporte Ejecutivo San Luis, arrive at Cuenca station.

Can I drive from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

Yes, the driving distance between Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador.

Where can I stay near Cuenca, Ecuador?

There are 465+ hotels available in Cuenca, Ecuador.

Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

Q: How long does it take to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador?

It takes approximately 50 min to fly from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Cuenca (CUE), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Cuenca (CUE)plane GYE - CUE
59 min
$80–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil / ...
3h 30m
$7–35
Drive 195.2 km
1. Drive from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuadorcar 195.2 km
3h 8m
$12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuadortaxi 195.2 km
3h 8m
$110–140
Bus via Av. Mexico
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuencabus Guayaquil
4h 45m
$8–13

Guayaquil to Cuenca, Ecuador by bus

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Distance: 130.1 km
Duration: 59 min

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

LATAM Chile flies from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Cuenca (CUE) 5 times a week. Alternatively, Transporte Ejecutivo San Luis operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Cuenca hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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