What is the cheapest way to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station) is to bus via Tulcán which costs $6 - $8 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Tulcán (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Quito Terminal Carcelén and arriving at Tulcán. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

The distance between Quito and Tulcán (Station) is 228 km. The road distance is 244.1 km.

How do I travel from Quito to Tulcán (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station) without a car is to bus via Tulcán which takes 4h 32m and costs $6 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

The bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcán takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Quito to Tulcán (Station) bus from?

Quito to Tulcán (Station) bus services, operated by Cooperativa Tax Gacela, depart from Quito Terminal Carcelén station.

Where does the Quito to Tulcán (Station) bus arrive?

Quito to Tulcán (Station) bus services, operated by Cooperativa Tax Gacela, arrive at Tulcán station.

Can I drive from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Tulcán (Station) is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Quito to Tulcán (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Quito to Tulcán (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Tulcán (Station)?

There are 80+ hotels available in Tulcán (Station).

Quito to Tulcán (Station) - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Quito to Tulcán (Station) by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus via Tulcán
best
1. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcánbus Quito
4h 32m
$6–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcánbus Quito Carcelén
5h
$5–16
Drive 244.1 km
1. Drive from Quito to Tulcán (Station)car 244.1 km
3h 40m
$19–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Quito to Tulcán (Station)taxi 244.1 km
3h 40m
$120–150
Bus via Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Tulcánbus Quito / ...
5h 3m
$6–10

Quito to Tulcán (Station) by bus

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Distance: 227.7 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Quito, Ecuador and Tulcán (Station), Ecuador?

Pullman Carchi operates a bus from Quito Terminal Carcelén to Tulcán every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Micro San Cristobal also services this route hourly.

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