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

The cheapest way to get from Loja to Portoviejo is to bus which costs $16 - $95 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Loja to Portoviejo is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $290 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Loja and Portoviejo?

No, there is no direct bus from Loja to Portoviejo. However, there are services departing from Loja and arriving at Portoviejo via Naranjal, Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil and Jipijapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Loja to Portoviejo?

The distance between Loja and Portoviejo is 586 km. The road distance is 538.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Loja to Portoviejo without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $29 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Loja to Portoviejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loja to Portoviejo bus from?

Loja to Portoviejo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Nambija, depart from Loja station.

Bus or fly from Loja to Portoviejo?

The best way to get from Loja to Portoviejo is to bus which takes 9h and costs $29 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $290 - $490 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Loja to Portoviejo bus arrive?

Loja to Portoviejo bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Nambija, arrive at Naranjal station.

Can I drive from Loja to Portoviejo?

Yes, the driving distance between Loja to Portoviejo is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Loja to Portoviejo.

Where can I stay near Portoviejo?

There are 35+ hotels available in Portoviejo.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Loja to Naranjalbus
2. Take the bus from Naranjal to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Jipijapabus
4. Take the bus from Jipijapa to Portoviejobus
9h
$30–88
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Loja / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus Guayaquil
13h
$17–95
Drive 538.4 km
1. Drive from Loja to Portoviejocar 538.4 km
8h 46m
$41–59
Bus to Cuenca, fly
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Cuencabus
2. Fly from Cuenca (CUE) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane CUE - MEC
9h 36m
$142–370
Bus via Cuenca Airport (CUE)
1. Take the bus from Loja to Terminal Terrestre de Cuencabus
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Portoviejobus
12h 10m
$25–67
Fly from Loja
1. Fly from Loja (LOH) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC)plane LOH - MEC
6h 39m
$291–482

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

11Weekly Planes

3h 50mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586 km
Duration: 9h

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

You can take a bus from Loja to Portoviejo via Naranjal, Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil, and Jipijapa in around 9h. Alternatively, Euroairlines, Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., and two other airlines fly from Loja (LOH) to Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) 6 times a week.

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