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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador is to bus via Riobamba which costs $5 - $10 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Pallatanga, Ecuador?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Riobamba. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador?

The distance between Quito and Pallatanga, Ecuador is 181 km. The road distance is 185 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $6 - $9.

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

The bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobamba takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador bus from?

Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador bus services, operated by EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador bus arrive?

Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador bus services, operated by EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes, arrive at Riobamba station.

Can I drive from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador.

Where can I stay near Pallatanga, Ecuador?

There are 83+ hotels available in Pallatanga, Ecuador.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobambabus Quito
3h 15m
$6–9
Bus via Riobamba
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobambabus Riobamba / ...
3h 30m
$5–18
Drive 185 km
1. Drive from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuadorcar 185 km
2h 42m
$11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuadortaxi 185 km
2h 42m
$100–120
Bus via Riobamba #2
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobambabus Quito
3h 39m
$5–10

Quito to Pallatanga, Ecuador by bus

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Distance: 181.4 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Pallatanga, Ecuador?

EXPRESS SUCRE Cooperativa de Transportes operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Riobamba every 3 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial also services this route once daily.

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