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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Palmira is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 12h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Palmira is to car and fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $210 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Palmira?

No, there is no direct bus from Quito to Palmira. However, there are services departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Terminal de Transporte Cali via Rumichaca, Terminal Ipiales and Terminal Popayán. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 14m.

How far is it from Quito to Palmira?

The distance between Quito and Palmira is 518 km. The road distance is 735.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Palmira without a car is to bus via Popayan Airport (PPN) which takes 16h 14m and costs $90 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Quito to Palmira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Palmira bus from?

Quito to Palmira bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Palmira bus arrive?

Quito to Palmira bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Rumichaca station.

Can I drive from Quito to Palmira?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Palmira is 736 km. It takes approximately 12h 44m to drive from Quito to Palmira.

Where can I stay near Palmira?

There are 133+ hotels available in Palmira.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Quito to Palmira 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 Cali (CLO)plane UIO - CLO
6h 19m
$214–299
Drive 735.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Quito to Palmiracar 735.6 km
12h 44m
$42–61
Bus via Popayan Airport (PPN)
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Rumichacabus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Ipiales to Terminal Popayánbus
3. Take the bus from Terminal Popayán to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
16h 14m
$91–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Rumichacabus Cúcuta / ...
2. Take the bus from Ipiales to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
17h 7m
$71–109

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Cali (CLO) flights

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 518.1 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Palmira, Colombia?

You can take a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Palmira via Rumichaca, Terminal Ipiales, Terminal Popayán, and Terminal de Transporte Cali in around 16h 14m.

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