What is the cheapest way to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

The cheapest way to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 21h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

The fastest way to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $160 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Tulcán and Cúcuta?

No, there is no direct bus from Tulcán to Cúcuta. However, there are services departing from Rumichaca and arriving at Cúcuta via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 1m.

How far is it from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

The distance between Tulcán and Cúcuta is 990 km. The road distance is 1403.4 km.

How long does it take to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tulcán to Cúcuta bus from?

Tulcán to Cúcuta bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, depart from Rumichaca station.

Bus or fly from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

The best way to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $160 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $150 and takes 18h 1m.

Where does the Tulcán to Cúcuta bus arrive?

Tulcán to Cúcuta bus services, operated by Lineas de Los Andes, arrive at Cúcuta station.

Can I drive from Tulcán to Cúcuta?

Yes, the driving distance between Tulcán to Cúcuta is 1403 km. It takes approximately 21h 33m to drive from Tulcán to Cúcuta.

Where can I stay near Cúcuta?

There are 156+ hotels available in Cúcuta.

Tulcán to Cúcuta - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tulcán to Cúcuta by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Ipiales
best
1. Fly from Ipiales (IPI) to Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)plane IPI - CUC
4h 8m
$167–429
Drive 1,403.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tulcán to Cúcutacar 1,403.4 km
21h 33m
$80–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rumichaca to Cúcutabus Cúcuta
18h 1m
$116–141
Drive to Pasto, fly
1. Drive from Tulcán to Pasto (PSO)car
2. Fly from Pasto (PSO) to Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)plane PSO - CUC
5h 58m
$173–428
Bus via Cali
1. Take the bus from Ipiales to Terminal de Transporte Calibus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Transporte Cali to Terminal Cúcutabus
36h 13m
$83–141

Ipiales (IPI) to Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) flights

7Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

$165Cheapest Price

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Distance: 989.8 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Tulcán, Ecuador and Cúcuta, Colombia?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Ipiales (IPI) to Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) once daily. Alternatively, Lineas de Los Andes operates a bus from Rumichaca to Cúcuta once daily. Tickets cost $100–120 and the journey takes 17h 42m.

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