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

The cheapest way to get from Pitalito to Quito is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pitalito to Quito is to fly and car which takes 6h 30m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Pitalito and Quito?

No, there is no direct bus from Pitalito to Quito. However, there are services departing from Terminal de Pitalito and arriving at Quito Terminal Carcelén via Terminal de Mocoa, Terminal de Pasto and Tulcán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 16m.

How far is it from Pitalito to Quito?

The distance between Pitalito and Quito is 380 km. The road distance is 599.2 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Pitalito to Quito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pitalito to Quito bus from?

Pitalito to Quito bus services, operated by Coomotor, depart from Terminal de Pitalito station.

Where does the Pitalito to Quito bus arrive?

Pitalito to Quito bus services, operated by Coomotor, arrive at Terminal de Mocoa station.

Can I drive from Pitalito to Quito?

Yes, the driving distance between Pitalito to Quito is 599 km. It takes approximately 9h 36m to drive from Pitalito to Quito.

Where can I stay near Quito?

There are 885+ hotels available in Quito.

Pitalito to Quito - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Pitalito to Quito by plane, car, or bus

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Fly, car
best
1. Fly from Pitalito (PTX) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)plane PTX - UIO
2. Drive from Quito Airport to Quitocar
6h 30m
$293–1,109
Drive 599.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pitalito to Quitocar 599.2 km
9h 36m
$34–50
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Pitalito to Terminal de Mocoabus
2. Take the bus from Mocoa to La Hormigabus
3. Drive from La Hormiga to El Dorado de Cascalescar
4. Take the bus from El Dorado de Cascales to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
13h 43m
$41–58
Bus, drive via Nueva Loja
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Pitalito to Terminal de Mocoabus
2. Take the bus from Mocoa to La Hormigabus
3. Drive from La Hormiga to Lago Agríocar
4. Take the bus from Lago Agrío to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
14h 11m
$40–60
Bus, drive via Nueva Loja #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Pitalito to Terminal de Mocoabus
2. Take the bus from Mocoa to La Hormigabus
3. Drive from La Hormiga to Lago Agríocar
4. Take the bus from Lago Agrío to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
14h 49m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Pitalito to Terminal de Mocoabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Mocoa to Terminal de Pastobus
3. Take the bus from Terminal de Pasto to Terminales de Transportes de Ipialesbus
4. Take the bus from Tulcán to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
17h 16m
$39–60

Pitalito (PTX) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) flights

21Weekly Planes

9h 2mAverage Duration

$267Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.6 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal de Pitalito to Quito Terminal Carcelén via Terminal de Mocoa, Terminal de Pasto, Terminales de Transportes de Ipiales, and Tulcán in around 17h 16m.

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