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

The cheapest way to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil is to bus which costs $19 - $22 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tulcán and Guayaquil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tulcán and arriving at Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Tulcán to Guayaquil?

The distance between Tulcán and Guayaquil is 430 km. The road distance is 617.3 km.

How do I travel from Tulcán to Guayaquil without a car?

The best way to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil without a car is to bus via Otavalo which takes 11h 21m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tulcán to Guayaquil bus from?

Tulcán to Guayaquil bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Putumayo, depart from Tulcán station.

Bus or fly from Tulcán to Guayaquil?

The best way to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $200 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus via Otavalo, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Tulcán to Guayaquil bus arrive?

Tulcán to Guayaquil bus services, operated by Cooperativa de Transportes Putumayo, arrive at Ibarra station.

Can I drive from Tulcán to Guayaquil?

Yes, the driving distance between Tulcán to Guayaquil is 617 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Tulcán to Guayaquil.

Where can I stay near Guayaquil?

There are 419+ hotels available in Guayaquil.

Tulcán to Guayaquil - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tulcán to Guayaquil by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Ipiales
best
1. Fly from Ipiales (IPI) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE)plane IPI - GYE
4h 49m
$201–551
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus Guayaquil
13h
$19–22
Bus via Otavalo
1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Ibarrabus Lago Agrio
2. Take the bus from Otavalo to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquilbus
11h 21m
$37–47
Drive 617.3 km
1. Drive from Tulcán to Guayaquilcar 617.3 km
9h 49m
$35–51
Bus, bus to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Ibarrabus
2. Take the bus from Ibarra to Quito Terminal Carcelénbus
3. Fly from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE)plane UIO - GYE
7h 2m
$93–144
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre Quitumbebus Quito / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Terrestre Quitumbe to Duránbus Quito Quitumbe
18h 15m
$28–37

Ipiales (IPI) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) flights

16Weekly Planes

6h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 429.6 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Tulcán, Ecuador and Guayaquil, Ecuador?

Avianca - Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A. flies from Ipiales (IPI) to José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport (GYE) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tulcán to Terminal Terrestre de Guayaquil via Ibarra, Otavalo, and Otavalo in around 11h 21m.

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