What is the cheapest way to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi?

The cheapest way to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi is to bus via Ambato which costs $5 - $22 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi?

The fastest way to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Puyo and Cotopaxi?

No, there is no direct bus from Puyo to Cotopaxi. However, there are services departing from Puyo and arriving at Latacunga via San Miguel de Salcedo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Puyo to Cotopaxi?

The distance between Puyo and Cotopaxi is 140 km. The road distance is 138.9 km.

How do I travel from Puyo to Cotopaxi without a car?

The best way to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi without a car is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puyo to Cotopaxi bus from?

Puyo to Cotopaxi bus services, operated by BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo, depart from Puyo station.

Where does the Puyo to Cotopaxi bus arrive?

Puyo to Cotopaxi bus services, operated by BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo, arrive at San Miguel de Salcedo station.

Can I drive from Puyo to Cotopaxi?

Yes, the driving distance between Puyo to Cotopaxi is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Puyo to Cotopaxi.

Where can I stay near Cotopaxi?

There are 49+ hotels available in Cotopaxi.

Puyo to Cotopaxi - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Puyo to Cotopaxi by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puyo to San Miguel de Salcedobus Quito
3h 9m
$13–18
Bus via Ambato
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Puyo to Ambatobus Puyo / ...
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Latacungabus Ambato
3h 35m
$5–22
Drive 138.9 km
1. Drive from Puyo to Latacungacar 138.9 km
2h 37m
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puyo to Latacungataxi 138.9 km
2h 37m
$75–95

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Distance: 139.6 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Puyo, Pastaza, Ecuador and Cotopaxi, Ecuador?

BAÑOS Cooperativa De Transportes y Turismo operates a bus from Puyo to San Miguel de Salcedo once daily. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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