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

The cheapest way to get from Quito to Zaruma is to bus which costs $15 - $24 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quito to Zaruma is to car and fly and taxi which takes 3h 43m and costs $210 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Quito and Zaruma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe and arriving at Zaruma. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Quito to Zaruma?

The distance between Quito and Zaruma is 568 km. The road distance is 557.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Quito to Zaruma without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $15 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Quito to Zaruma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quito to Zaruma bus from?

Quito to Zaruma bus services, operated by Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial, depart from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe station.

Where does the Quito to Zaruma bus arrive?

Quito to Zaruma bus services, operated by Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial, arrive at Zaruma station.

Can I drive from Quito to Zaruma?

Yes, the driving distance between Quito to Zaruma is 558 km. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Quito to Zaruma.

Where can I stay near Zaruma?

There are six+ hotels available in Zaruma.

Quito to Zaruma - 6 ways to travel via car, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Quito to Zaruma by car, plane, taxi, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car, fly to Loja, taxi
best
1. Drive from Quito to Quito Airportcar
2. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Loja (LOH)plane UIO - LOH
3. Take the taxi from Loja (LOH) to Zarumataxi
3h 43m
$215–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Zarumabus Quito-Zaruma / ...
6h 45m
$15–24
Drive 557.6 km
1. Drive from Quito to Zarumacar 557.6 km
8h 44m
$32–46
Car, fly to Santa Rosa Regional Airport, bus
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 bus from Santa Rosa to Zarumabus
4h 24m
$197–523
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 Santa Rosabus
4. Take the bus from Santa Rosa to Zarumabus
8h 8m
$125–266
Bus via Ambato
1. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Terminal Terrestre de Ambatobus Ambato / ...
2. Take the bus from Ambato to Zarumabus Zaruma
12h 55m
$17–31

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

12Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$157Cheapest Price

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Distance: 568.5 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Cooperativa Piñas Interprovincial operates a bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Zaruma 3 times a day. Tickets cost $16–24 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Transportes TAC also services this route every 4 hours.

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