What is the cheapest way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

The cheapest way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán is to bus via Quito which costs $17 - $35 and takes 14h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

The fastest way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $240 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Guayaquil and Tulcán?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and arriving at Tulcán. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

The distance between Guayaquil and Tulcán is 625 km. The road distance is 617.8 km.

How do I travel from Guayaquil to Tulcán without a car?

The best way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

The bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tulcán takes 8h 30m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Guayaquil to Tulcán bus from?

Guayaquil to Tulcán bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, depart from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil station.

Bus or fly from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

The best way to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $19 - $40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $240 - $1,000 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Guayaquil to Tulcán bus arrive?

Guayaquil to Tulcán bus services, operated by Flota Imbabura, arrive at Tulcán station.

Can I drive from Guayaquil to Tulcán?

Yes, the driving distance between Guayaquil to Tulcán is 618 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Guayaquil to Tulcán.

Where can I stay near Tulcán?

There are 81+ hotels available in Tulcán.

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There are 5 ways to get from Guayaquil to Tulcán by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tulcánbus Guayaquil
8h 30m
$19–40
Bus via Quito
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guayaquil to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Guayaquil
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Tulcánbus Quito / ...
14h 25m
$18–31
Drive 617.8 km
1. Drive from Guayaquil to Tulcáncar 617.8 km
9h 54m
$35–51
Fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, bus
1. Fly from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane GYE - UIO
2. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcánbus
6h 2m
$89–122
Fly to Ipiales
1. Fly from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Ipiales (IPI)plane GYE - IPI
4h 59m
$241–958

José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

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Distance: 625 km
Duration: 8h 30m

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

Flota Imbabura operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Tulcán 4 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Micro San Cristobal also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Ipiales (IPI) 3 times a day.

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