What is the cheapest way to get from Manabí to Machala?

The cheapest way to get from Manabí to Machala is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manabí to Machala?

The fastest way to get from Manabí to Machala is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $130 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Manabí and Machala?

No, there is no direct bus from Manabí to Machala. However, there are services departing from Portoviejo and arriving at Machala via Jipijapa and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Manabí to Machala?

The distance between Manabí and Machala is 408 km. The road distance is 351.1 km.

How do I travel from Manabí to Machala without a car?

The best way to get from Manabí to Machala without a car is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 6h 2m and costs $23 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Manabí to Machala?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Manabí to Machala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manabí to Machala bus from?

Manabí to Machala bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, depart from Portoviejo station.

Bus or fly from Manabí to Machala?

The best way to get from Manabí to Machala is to bus via Jipijapa which takes 6h 2m and costs $23 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $480 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Manabí to Machala bus arrive?

Manabí to Machala bus services, operated by Reina del Camino, arrive at Jipijapa station.

Can I drive from Manabí to Machala?

Yes, the driving distance between Manabí to Machala is 351 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Manabí to Machala.

Where can I stay near Machala?

There are 46+ hotels available in Machala.

Manabí to Machala - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Manabí to Machala by bus, car, or plane

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Bus via Jipijapa
best
1. Take the bus from Portoviejo to Jipijapabus
2. Take the bus from Jipijapa to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Machalabus
6h 2m
$24–41
Drive 351.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Portoviejo to Machalacar 351.1 km
5h 29m
$20–29
Fly
1. Fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR)plane MEC - ETR
5h 28m
$139–477
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portoviejo to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus San Vicente / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil to Machalabus Guayaquil / ...
6h 55m
$20–28

Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) flights

5Weekly Planes

5h 13mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 408.5 km
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Manabí, Ecuador and Machala, Ecuador?

You can take a bus from Portoviejo to Machala via Jipijapa and Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, LATAM Chile, Euroairlines, and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. fly from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) 5 times a week.

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