What is the cheapest way to get from Popayán to Cuenca?

The cheapest way to get from Popayán to Cuenca is to bus which costs $40 - $70 and takes 22h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Popayán to Cuenca?

The fastest way to get from Popayán to Cuenca is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $250 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Popayán and Cuenca?

No, there is no direct bus from Popayán to Cuenca. However, there are services departing from Terminal Popayán and arriving at Cuenca via Tulcán, Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and Puyo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 51m.

How far is it from Popayán to Cuenca?

The distance between Popayán and Cuenca is 650 km. The road distance is 984.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Popayán to Cuenca?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to fly from Popayan Airport (PPN) to Cuenca (CUE), including transfers and time at the airport.

Where do I catch the Popayán to Cuenca bus from?

Popayán to Cuenca bus services, operated by Cootranar, depart from Terminal Popayán station.

Bus or fly from Popayán to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Popayán to Cuenca is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $250 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Puyo, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 19h 51m.

How long is the flight from Popayán to Cuenca?

There is no direct flight from Popayan Airport Airport to Cuenca Airport. The quickest flight takes 9h 15m and has two stopovers.

Where does the Popayán to Cuenca bus arrive?

Popayán to Cuenca bus services, operated by Cootranar, arrive at Terminal Ipiales station.

Can I drive from Popayán to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Popayán to Cuenca is 984 km. It takes approximately 16h 53m to drive from Popayán to Cuenca.

Which airlines fly from Popayan Airport Airport to Cuenca Airport?

Easyfly, LATAM Chile and Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. offer flights from Popayan Airport Airport to Cuenca Airport.

Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 438+ hotels available in Cuenca.

Popayán to Cuenca - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Popayán to Cuenca by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Popayan Airport (PPN) to Cuenca (CUE)plane PPN - CUE
7h 52m
$250–1,000
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuencabus
22h 3m
$44–66
Bus via Puyo
1. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Puyobus
4. Take the bus from Puyo to Cuencabus
19h 51m
$49–78
Drive 984.5 km
1. Drive from Popayán to Cuencacar 984.5 km
16h 53m
$117–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus
4. Take the bus from Ambato to Cuencabus
21h 20m
$47–68
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal Ipialesbus
2. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobambabus
4. Take the bus from Riobamba to Cuencabus
25h 3m
$47–80

Popayan Airport (PPN) to Cuenca (CUE) flights

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Distance: 650 km
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Popayán, Colombia and Cuenca, Ecuador?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Easyfly, and LATAM Chile fly from Popayan Airport (PPN) to Cuenca (CUE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Popayán to Cuenca via Terminal Ipiales, Tulcán, Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe, Puyo, and Puyo in around 19h 51m.

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