What is the cheapest way to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton?

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton is to bus via Cuenca Airport (CUE) which costs $19 - $40 and takes 13h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton?

The fastest way to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton is to car and fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $190 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Catamayo Canton?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to Catamayo Canton. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Catamayo via Loja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

How far is it from Quito to Catamayo Canton?

The distance between Quito and Catamayo Canton is 488 km. The road distance is 640.9 km.

How do I travel from Quito to Catamayo Canton without a car?

The best way to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton without a car is to bus which takes 12h 33m and costs $17 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Catamayo Canton bus from?

Quito to Catamayo Canton bus services, operated by Unión Cariamanga Internacional, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Catamayo Canton bus arrive?

Quito to Catamayo Canton bus services, operated by Unión Cariamanga Internacional, arrive at Loja station.

Can I drive from Quito to Catamayo Canton?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Catamayo Canton is 641 km. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Quito to Catamayo Canton.

Where can I stay near Catamayo Canton?

There are 105+ hotels available in Catamayo Canton.

Quito to Catamayo Canton - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Quito to Catamayo Canton by car, plane, or bus

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Car, fly
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH)plane UIO - LOH
2h 14m
$199–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Lojabus Quito / ...
12h 33m
$17–36
Drive 640.9 km
1. Drive from Quito to Catamayo Cantoncar 640.9 km
9h 48m
$37–53
Bus via Cuenca Airport (CUE)
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Cuencabus Quito
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Catamayobus El Cisne
13h 27m
$20–38

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH) flights

25Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.5 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Catamayo Canton, Ecuador?

Unión Cariamanga Internacional operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Loja hourly. Tickets cost $16–24 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Cooperativa de Transportes Loja Internacional also services this route once daily.

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