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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Ecuador is to bus which costs $10 - $35 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Ecuador is to car and fly and taxi which takes 2h 52m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Ecuador?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Quito Terminal Carcelén and arriving at Huaquillas. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Quito to Ecuador?

The distance between Quito and Ecuador is 493 km. The road distance is 531.9 km.

How do I travel from Quito to Ecuador without a car?

The best way to get from Quito to Ecuador without a car is to bus which takes 10h 20m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Quito to Ecuador, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Ecuador bus from?

Quito to Ecuador bus services, operated by Panamericana Internacional, depart from Quito Terminal Carcelén station.

Where does the Quito to Ecuador bus arrive?

Quito to Ecuador bus services, operated by Panamericana Internacional, arrive at Huaquillas station.

Can I drive from Quito to Ecuador?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Ecuador is 532 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Quito to Ecuador.

Where can I stay near Ecuador?

There are nine+ hotels available in Ecuador.

Quito to Ecuador - 5 ways to travel via car, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Quito to Ecuador by car, plane, taxi, or bus

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Car, fly to Santa Rosa Regional Airport, taxi
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR)plane UIO - ETR
3. Take the taxi from Santa Rosa Regional Airport (ETR) to Ecuadortaxi
2h 52m
$209–535
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Huaquillasbus Quito Carcelen
10h 20m
$10–35
Drive 531.9 km
1. Drive from Quito to Ecuadorcar 531.9 km
7h 53m
$31–44
Car, fly to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport, taxi
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE)plane UIO - GYE
3. Take the taxi from Guayaquil-Airport-GYE to Ecuadortaxi
5h 25m
$240–335
Car, fly to Cuenca, bus
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cuenca (CUE)plane UIO - CUE
3. Take the bus from Cuenca to Huaquillasbus
7h 22m
$123–264

Quito to Ecuador by bus

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Distance: 492.7 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Ecuador, El Oro, Ecuador?

Panamericana Internacional operates a bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Huaquillas every 3 hours. Tickets cost $10–21 and the journey takes 10h 20m. Four other operators also service this route.

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