What is the cheapest way to get from MEDELLIN to Quito?

The cheapest way to get from MEDELLIN to Quito is to bus which costs $75 - $180 and takes 36h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from MEDELLIN to Quito?

The fastest way to get from MEDELLIN to Quito is to fly and car which takes 3h 7m and costs $280 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between MEDELLIN and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from MEDELLIN to Quito. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria and arriving at Quito Terminal Carcelén via Exposiciones, Terminal del Sur and Tulcán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 22m.

How far is it from MEDELLIN to Quito?

The distance between MEDELLIN and Quito is 1098 km. The road distance is 1543.6 km.

How long does it take to get from MEDELLIN to Quito?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from MEDELLIN to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the MEDELLIN to Quito bus from?

MEDELLIN to Quito bus services, operated by Expreso Brasilia, depart from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria station.

Where does the MEDELLIN to Quito bus arrive?

MEDELLIN to Quito bus services, operated by Expreso Brasilia, arrive at Terminal del Norte station.

Can I drive from MEDELLIN to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between MEDELLIN to Quito is 1544 km. It takes approximately 26h 6m to drive from MEDELLIN to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 890+ hotels available in Quito.

MEDELLIN to Quito - 4 ways to travel via plane, car, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from MEDELLIN to Quito by plane, car, bus, or taxi

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Fly, car
best
1. Fly from Los Garzones Airport (MTR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane MTR - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
3h 7m
$280–893
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria to Terminal del Nortebus
2. Take the bus from Terminal del Sur to Terminal de Transporte Ipialesbus
3. Take the bus from Tulcán to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
36h 22m
$79–180
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Transportes de Monteria to Terminal del Norte Medellinbus
2. Take the taxi from Medellín to Rumichacataxi
3. Take the bus from Tulcán to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
31h 11m
$826–831
Drive 1,543.6 km
1. Drive from MEDELLIN to Quitocar 1,543.6 km
26h 6m
$187–269

Los Garzones Airport (MTR) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,098.2 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between MEDELLIN, Colombia and Quito, Ecuador?

You can take a vehicle from MEDELLIN to Quito Terminal Carcelén via Terminal de Transportes de Monteria, Terminal del Norte, Caribe Cra.64 # 75b-400 Medellin, Exposiciones Cra.51 #36-61 Medellin, Exposiciones, Terminal del Sur, Terminal de Transporte Ipiales, and Tulcán in around 36h 22m.

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